Light Vehicle Mechanic

About Barminco: Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. is part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company originating in Australia. Barminco can offer you opportunities to take your career to the next level as one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, with operations in Canada and across the globe. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities.

We provide state of the art facilities, equipment, technology and opportunities to work on projects all over the world. At Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd., we are committed to fostering a culture that understands and values inclusion and diversity.

  The Opportunity:   Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has new exciting opportunities for Light Vehicle Mechanics at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. Working a FIFO rotation of 14-shifts on and 14-shifts off.  

Reporting to the Maintenance Foreman or designate, the Light Vehicle Mechanic is responsible for providing mechanical support and expertise to all surface support equipment and underground personnel carriers in a safe and efficient manner to avoid injury to themselves or others, or damage to the equipment, other property or to the environment. Using technical and practical knowledge, this position will follow instruction, utilize shop and assembly manuals, and adhere to all health and safety standards.  

Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to):  

• Demonstrate commitment to adhere to all Mine site safety rules, procedures and regulations, while ensuring the safety of others  

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mining pick-up trucks, underground personnel carriers, and other support equipment, including Heavy Duty equipment as required  

• Ensure projects are carried out in a timely, cost efficient and meticulous manner  

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services in accordance with the maintenance schedule and/or based on operational requirements  

• Document reports detailing work performed, problems diagnosed, pre & post checks and all other required shift paperwork  

• Maintain and demonstrate a professional and courteous relationship with employees, subcontractors, the client and all other personnel  

• Practice good general housekeeping in the work area and equipment  

• Maintain a valid Driver’s License  

• Possess general computer skills  

• Understand and comply with all PPE requirements in work areas  

• Provide your own basic hand tools  

• Other duties may be assigned by your Supervisor, as required  

Skills and Experience:  

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency  

• Preferred; 3-5 years of experience as an Automotive Mechanic  

• Preferred; Red Seal Journeyman Automotive Mechanic certification  

• 4x4 experience considered an asset  

• Underground experience considered an asset  

• The ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, cross-cultural environment with high degree of professionalism and self-motivation is essential  

• Proven ability to recognize and follow verbal and written instructions  

• Read and understand manuals, schematics, diagrams and blueprints  

• Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met   

• Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills  

• Eagerness to learn and grow  

• Typical equipment; Toyota land cruiser light vehicles. Volvo/Cat front end loaders/telehandler & grader, Sandvik jumbo(s), scoop(s) and haul truck(s).  

Work Conditions  

• Ability to do shift camp work on a rotational basis (dayshift/nightshift), typically the rotations are 2 weeks on site (minimum 12-hour days), followed by 2 weeks off – working statutory holidays as they fall within the rotation  

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to communicate, sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, push/pull, manipulate objects and work in awkward positions  

• Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds  

• Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required  

• Extreme weather conditions  

• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high  

What we offer:   Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. can offer you a role where you will be challenged and valued for your skills and experience. You will also have the opportunity to develop and grow your career.  

We offer competitive wages, no-wait extended health and dental benefits, charter travel from various hubs, camp accommodations and meals. We also offer a matching RRSP program after a 3-month waiting period. We can offer an hourly rate of $58/hr.  

NOTE: Selected candidates will have to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit for Duty medical which includes alcohol and drug screening.  

Please tell us in your application, if you are a member of the Tahltan Nation.  

Please include copies of your valid Trade Certifications and all other valid tickets you may have that are relevant to the role you are applying for.  

Barminco is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from individuals of all abilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout every stage of the selection process.  

We look forward to reviewing your application, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted .