Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic
$50 per hourSwick Mining Services
Underground Field Mechanic | $50-$60/hr | 2/2 FIFO | Paid Flights & Camp
Pay: CA$50.00-$60.00 per hour + Overtime
Join One of the World's Leading Underground Drilling Contractors
Swick Mining Services is hiring experienced Underground Field Mechanics to support our Canadian underground diamond drilling operations.
If you're looking for a 2 Weeks on/2 Weeks Off Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) rotation , competitive wages, paid travel, employer-paid benefits, and the opportunity to work on Swick's specialized underground drilling fleet, we'd like to hear from you.
Why Join Swick Mining Services?
- CA$50.00-$60.00 per hour
- 2 Weeks On/2 Weeks Off (FIFO) Rotation
- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Overtime Opportunities
- 100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental & Vision Benefits
- Paid Flights, Travel & Accommodations
- RRSP Matching Program
- Paid Time Off
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Work on Swick's specialized underground drilling rigs
- Stable work with opportunities for advancement and technical development
Position Summary
As an Underground Field Mechanic , you'll play a critical role in keeping Swick's underground drilling fleet operating safely and efficiently. You'll diagnose, repair, maintain, and rebuild specialized underground diamond drilling equipment while working alongside experienced operations and maintenance teams in a challenging underground mining environment.
This is a hands-on position for a skilled mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting complex hydraulic, electrical, diesel, and mechanical systems while helping maximize equipment reliability and production.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair underground diamond drilling equipment.
- Perform preventative, scheduled, and breakdown maintenance on drilling rigs and support equipment.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, diesel, and mechanical systems.
- Complete field repairs efficiently to minimize equipment downtime.
- Assemble, install, rebuild, and overhaul mechanical components to manufacturer specifications.
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, technical drawings, and service manuals.
- Perform inspections to identify wear, damage, or potential failures before they impact production.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage.
- Assist with inventory control and parts management.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company and client standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
- Collaborate with drill crews, supervisors, and operations personnel to maximize equipment performance.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance fleet reliability and efficiency.
Qualifications Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician, Truck & Transport Technician, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), or equivalent mechanical experience.
- Experience maintaining heavy equipment, mining equipment, or underground drilling equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical schematics.
- Experience using diagnostic equipment along with hand and power tools.
- Valid Driver's Licence.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work independently in underground mining environments.
Preferred
- Underground mining experience.
- Experience maintaining underground diamond drill rigs.
- Strong hydraulic troubleshooting experience.
- Diesel engine repair experience.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
What We're Looking For
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- Dependable and safety-focused
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced underground mining environment
- Commitment to producing quality work and minimizing equipment downtime
Benefits
- 100% Employer-Paid Extended Health Care
- Employer-Paid Dental Care
- Vision Care
- RRSP Match
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Flights, Travel & Accommodations
- Stable Full-Time Employment
- Career Growth Opportunities
Why Swick Mining Services?
Swick Mining Services is an internationally recognized leader in underground diamond drilling. We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation, excellent benefits, paid travel, and the opportunity to work on our specialized underground drilling fleet. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and employee development has made us an employer of choice in the mining industry.
If you're an experienced underground mechanic looking for a rewarding FIFO career with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on industry-leading underground drilling equipment, we encourage you to apply today.
Join Swick Mining Services and help keep one of the industry's most advanced underground drilling fleets operating at peak performance.
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