Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic

Base Rate: $ 62.50/hr.
OT: After 8 hours daily, paid at $93.75/hr.
Schedule: 14X14 - 12-hour days
Night Shift Premium: $1.25/hr.
Accommodations: Company housing is provided at no additional cost
Flights Paid: Yes, fly into the location from any major airport in Canada
Tools Provided: Tools will be provided
Travel Allowance: A travel allowance will be provided upon arrival and upon departure from your 14-day shift rotation.

About Us:

Big Country Equipment is a BC-based heavy equipment service and repair company that works with resource-based customers in the construction, forestry, mining, and oil and gas sectors in Western Canada. Big Country Equipment was formed in 2017. We have grown rapidly from a one-truck operation to over 200 employees and a fleet of over 50 fully equipped service trucks, serving customers throughout Western Canada 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Big Country Equipment is hiring an experienced licensed Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic (Equipment Technician) to perform shop repairs on underground mining equipment. This is a rotational shop-based opportunity working a 14-days-on, 14-days-off schedule. Licensed Truck and Transport Mechanics and Agricultural Equipment Technicians may also be considered with strong, relevant experience repairing heavy or off-road equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair underground mining equipment, includingbolters, scoops, jumbos, hydraulic drills, and other heavy machinery.
• Perform repairs on drivetrains, transmissions, and hydraulic systems, including replacing components and gears as needed.
• Utilize computerized diagnostic tools and testing equipment to identify issues and maintain detailed service reports.
• Complete scheduled and unscheduled work orders promptly while adhering to safety protocols.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and ensure the reliability of underground equipment in challenging environments.
• Test repaired equipment to verify functionality and recommend improvements to optimize performance and reliability.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience working as a heavy-duty mechanic, preferably in underground mining or resource industries.
• Familiarity with underground equipment, such as bolters, scoops, jumbos, and hydraulic drills, is required.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience working with Maclean Bolters, as these will be the primary equipment you will be working on.
• Experience with key equipment brands such as Sandvik, Liebherr, Epiroc, CAT, and Komatsu is an asset.
• Heavy Duty Equipment Technician certification is preferred.
• Truck and Transport Mechanics or Agricultural Equipment Technicians will be considered; must have experience with mining equipment.
• Red Seal certification is preferred but is not required for candidates who hold a valid provincial trade certification recognized in the province where they will work.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Commitment to working safely in confined spaces and underground conditions.

All Successful Candidates Must:

• Be proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Provide a minimum of 2 direct supervisor references.
• Pass a Criminal Record check.
• Provide a clean 5-year driver’s abstract.
• Pass an 8-panel drug test (including marijuana) and an alcohol breath test.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs. comfortably.
• Not seeking subcontractor roles (we are not offering subcontractor opportunities at this time).

We thank everyone for applying; however, we will contact only those with the required knowledge and experience for an interview.

Big Country is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other protected status under the law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and kindly request that individuals from Indigenous communities clearly identify their status during the application process.