Journeyperson Welder

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing welding repairs and maintenance on draglines, coal-handling facilities, drills, and other mining-related equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints or welding process specifications.
• Conduct inspections on mining and plant equipment and report any deficiencies.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and operational performance checks on equipment.
• Respond to unplanned equipment outages and assist with preparing planned shutdowns.
• Maintain records of repairs and preventative maintenance activities.
• Operate welding truck, skid steer, forklift, tractor, boom truck, or cranes as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Red Seal Journeyperson Welder certification.
• Class 3 or 1 driver's license with air (A) endorsement is preferred.
• Previous experience in a mining environment is an asset.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks at heights (e.g. elevated boom point and mast of draglines).

Schedule

This position currently follows a 28-day shift rotation working day and night shifts from 6:00 to 6:00.  The shift rotation is: 3 days, 2 off, 2 nights, 3 off, 2 days, 2 off, 3 nights, 2 off, 2 days, 3 off, 2 nights, 2 off.

Location

The Estevan Mine is located approximately 12 km from the city of Estevan and 16 km from the town of Bienfait.  The successful candidate will be responsible for their own accommodations and transportation.