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    Licensed Underground Electrician - Kirkland Lake, Canada - Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.

    Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd.
    Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. Kirkland Lake, Canada

    16 hours ago

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    ABOUT THE

    OPPORTUNITY

    We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Licensed Underground Electrician to join our Mine Maintenance team.

    The Macassa Mine is a high-grade gold producer, with grade improving at depth, and a key valuation driver for Agnico Eagle. Located in the Town of Kirkland Lake, Ontario, the Macassa Mine remains one of the highest gold grade mines in the world. Macassa commenced operations in 2002, and with the discovery of the South Mine Complex has been able to increase its level of production significantly over the past five years. The mine is located in an area with well-developed infrastructure, including a provincial highway, a railway system and a private airport. High-grade ore is processed at the Macassa Mill, which currently has available capacity and is located in close proximity to the mine.

    The Licensed Underground Electrician is an integral member supporting the safe and continuous Mining operation of the site. The Licensed Electrician is considered capable and with qualification to install, repair and make good items in planned and unplanned maintenance.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Your responsibilities will include:

  • Complete work in accordance to electrical code and "best practices"
  • Install and terminate 15kv, 5kv 600 volt power distribution
  • Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and blueprints.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance programs on electrical equipment and record results and findings
  • Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and equipment such as power distribution, ventilation, leaky feeder communication, central blast line systems, Jumbos, bolters and diamond drills
  • Make changes to electrical systems and record/document changes
  • Follow the OHSA acts and regs for mines – Z462 standards
  • Work on assigned daily line up following work orders and instructions
  • Provide support to centralized maintenance team
  • Other duties as directed from
  • Follow all procedures and policy's
  • Promote safe work environment
  • Practice IRS
  • QUALIFICATIONS

    Our ideal candidate has:

  • Licensed Electrician (Ontario)
  • Must be able to read and interpret electrical prints
  • Must have good communication and leadership skills
  • Able to work in fast paced environment
  • Clear understanding of lockouts, high voltage switching
  • Competent use of test equipment such as multi meters/insulation testers and signal generators
  • Strong troubleshooting and computing abilities
  • Understanding of PLC systems and asset
  • Ability to work in a team setting and independently.
  • Self-starter
  • Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you.

    WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

    Together, we are building a world-class gold mine and our success is determined by the hard work and dedication of our team. All of our team members are rewarded with a competitive benefits package and on-the-job perks, including:

  • Competitive salary
  • Group benefits package
  • Training and learning opportunities
  • Should you be the successful candidate for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources Department to schedule an interview.

    Together, we are Going for Gold in everything that we do and our success is determined by the hard work and dedication of our team.