The Company

Position

Location and Reporting Structure

Responsibilities

• Execute planned and unplanned maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment is restored to optimal working condition with minimal downtime;
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including welding procedures, materials used, and equipment serviced. Complete reports as required for compliance and quality control.
• Work closely with other maintenance personnel, supervisors, and engineers to coordinate repair schedules and address any operational issues.
• Review equipment specifications and drawings and take measurements to plan layout and procedures for welding activities;
• Determine the appropriate welding equipment and methods based on the assessed requirements;
• Set components for welding according to specifications (e.g., cut material with powered saws to match measurements);
• Operate various industrial tools to prepare parts for welding;
• Cut and join metals and other materials for repair of heavy mining equipment inclusive of haul trucks, skid steers, graders, excavators, articulated rock trucks, and Class 8 Trucks and trailers;
• Weld components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions (vertical, horizontal, or overhead);
• Control metal shaping machines such as brakes, shears and other metal straightening and bending machines;
• Test and inspect welded surfaces and structures to determine if there are flaws or signs of fatigue; and ensure all welding work meets industry standards and specifications and conduct post-welding inspections to verify the integrity and quality of repairs.
• Maintain equipment to a condition that meets or exceeds specifications and that does not compromise safety.

Desired Competencies and Requirements

• Two (2) years of post-trade certification experience, with extensive work on mining heavy equipment;
• Interprovincial Red seal trade designation in welding, or Interprovincial Blue seal for Nunavut; and
• Prior experience working in remote locations with a limited supply chain is preferred.