Mining Equipment Technology Specialist - Greenstone

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground depo ...

Job description

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit.

Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Summary

Greenstone Mine is seeking a Mining Heavy Equipment Technology Specialist to join our team.

Reporting to the Mining Heavy Equipment Technology Supervisor, the Mining Heavy Equipment Technology Specialist is responsible for performing repairs, overhauls, and new builds on mining-related equipment.

This position focuses on diagnosing and troubleshooting functions on equipment onboard systems, MineStar technology, Motion Metrics, and teleoperation equipment.

This position will be on a 14-days-on / 14-days-off rotation, based at the mine site in Geraldton, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

Perform assemblies, preventive maintenance, repairs, and complete overhauls on heavy mining equipment according to schedule.
Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repairs required.
Make recommendations regarding the extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
Interpret work orders and technical manuals.
Complete job-specific reports and documentation.
Demonstrate a strong awareness of and attitude toward workplace health and safety, while following all applicable rules and legislation.

Required Experience And Skill Set

Experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.
Prior experience in an industrial setting; mine site experience is an asset.
Experience with Komatsu or CAT equipment is an asset.
Previous experience working in a remote location is an asset.

Job Conditions

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Job tasks may be physically demanding, lifting to 50 lbs.
Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
Comfortable working at heights.
Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision.

Certifications

Valid driver's license.

Education

Certificate, diploma, or degree in Industrial Electronics, Instrumentation, or a related discipline.

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