Heavy Equipment Mechanics

• Keep a world-class underground mining operation moving as a trusted, self-sufficient Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Earn up $51.75/hr for Red Seal Mechanics, with relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, subsidized housing and a wide host of benefits
• Join an established industry leader where your experience is valued and you can help shape the next generation of mechanics
  
  

About the Organization

Lake Shore Gold, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, is located in Timmins, Ontario. The Bell Creek Complex located approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Timmins, Ontario, consists of an underground mine and processing facility. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt, with ore mined by narrow vein longhole stoping methods. Ore is then transported to surface via a modern one thousand eighty metre deep shaft capable of forty-eight hundred tonnes per day.

The milling facility is a conventional free milling gold circuit consisting of crushing, SAG milling, leaching, CIL and CIP, stripping and refining. The mill currently processes up to 232 tonnes per hour from two separate mines and disposes of its tailings via conventional end of pipe discharge. (used only for Mill postings)

The Timmins West mine is located approximately 18 kilometers west of Timmins, Ontario, one of the world’s most prolific gold camps. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt. The Timmins West mine is comprised of the Timmins deposit, the Thunder Creek deposit, and the 144 Gap deposit. All three deposits are interconnected by underground drifts.

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About Timmins, Ontario

Timmins is a vibrant community of 45,000 residents that is a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. People can enjoy recreational activities such as camping, world class fishing, nature, and snowmobile trails. Direct flights to Toronto are available at the local airport via multiple carriers. There are many support networks in the community including the local Timmins and District Hospital, local sports leagues for children and adults (hockey, baseball, basketball, etc.), golf courses, both cross country and downhill ski resorts, a community pool, and many other community events that provide entertainment throughout the year - fairs, carnivals, concerts, and more!

About The Opportunity

We are looking to hire multiple Heavy Equipment Mechanics to join our teams at the Timmins West Mine in Timmins, ON., and the Bell Creek Mine in Porcupine, ON., on a full-time basis. The schedule is 5-5-4, 10 hour shifts rotating days and nights each week.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will keep a varied fleet of underground mobile equipment running safely and efficiently. You’ll handle shop repairs, field work and on-call breakdowns in a fast-paced underground environment.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Diagnosing and repairing underground mobile equipment, including tractors, jumbos, trucks, and CAT and MacLean units
• Performing scheduled maintenance and repairs in the shop and in the field underground
• Responding to on-call breakdowns and getting equipment back in service quickly to minimize disruption to operations
• Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults using manuals and digital diagnostic tools
• Completing repairs properly and on time to keep the fleet safe and reliable
• Working independently with minimal supervision across both shop and underground settings
• Mentoring and supporting the development of newer mechanics on the team
• Communicating equipment status, repair progress and issues to supervisors and crew members
• Following all site health, safety and environmental procedures
  
  

More About You

To qualify, you will need a Red Seal Mechanic Certification, or uncertified mechanic with related experience. A minimum of 2 years of experience in mining or an equivalent industrial field will also be essential.

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Previous experience in an underground mining environment
• Hands-on experience with a varied fleet such as tractors, jumbos and trucks, including CAT or MacLean units
• Proven ability to diagnose and repair equipment independently using manuals and digital tools
• Experience mentoring or developing newer mechanics
  
  

As our ideal candidate, you will have strong communication skills and the ability to stay calm and focused under pressure. You will also be a self-motivated, independent worker who takes ownership of your work and welcomes new challenges, which will make you a great fit for our team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role at a world-class gold operation. You’ll keep critical equipment moving underground and help shape the next generation of mechanics, while enjoying top earnings and the outdoor lifestyle of Northern Ontario.

About The Benefits

Compensation, based on skills and experience, is a competitive hourly rate of:

• Red Seal Mechanics: $51.75/hr plus an hourly bonus
• Uncertified Mechanics: from $31.15/hr, plus an hourly bonus
  
  

You’ll also enjoy a host of excellent benefits, including:

• $8,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible candidates
• $5,000 Relocation Assistance for eligible candidates
• Company housing support, with the first three months paid or rent subsidized
• Company-supplied tools (select sites)
• Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits
• Wellness Spending Account
• Health Care Spending Account
• Company-paid pension plan with 8% company contribution
• Basic life/accidental life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Virtual Primary Care via Dialogue
• Competitive Paid Vacation Entitlements
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Perfect Attendance Rewards
• Opportunities to mentor and develop the next generation of mechanics
• A world-class gold mining operation with an established team
• A vibrant Northern Ontario lifestyle with world-class fishing, camping, snowmobiling, skiing and golf, plus direct flights to Toronto
  
  

If you’re a self-sufficient mechanic who takes pride in getting the job done right, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

Lake Shore Gold is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and all aspects of employment including the decision to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.