Surface Drill Mechanics
$130,000–$130,000 year
On-siteOntario, Canada
Job Summary
Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain surface drill rigs, performing major overhauls on rotary blast hole and top hammer drill rigs. Diagnose and repair hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, powertrain, and electronic control systems while utilizing OEM diagnostic software and schematics to identify failures. Complete scheduled maintenance, component replacements, and running repairs in the shop or field as required, interpreting work orders and testing equipment to verify reliability. Submit detailed service reports and adhere to all safety regulations. Work primarily in a shop environment with opportunities for field travel, maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Company provides camp accommodation, paid flights, and tools.
Required Qualifications
- Journeyperson Heavy Duty Equipment Technician or equivalent heavy equipment mechanical trade certification such as Truck and Transport or Agricultural Technician
- Be proficient in English, both verbal and written
- Have a valid Class 5 Driver's License
- Provide a minimum of two direct supervisor references
- Pass a Criminal Record check
- Provide a clean five-year driver's abstract
- Pass an eight-panel drug test, including marijuana, and an alcohol breath test
- Not be seeking a subcontractor role, as subcontractor opportunities are not available at this time
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work primarily in a shop environment with opportunities to perform field service work as required
Desired Qualifications
- Red Seal certification is considered an asset but is not required if provincially licensed within the province you are working
- Recent experience repairing heavy equipment is preferred
- Mining equipment experience is preferred
- Experience performing major overhauls and running repairs on surface drill rigs is strongly preferred
- Experience working on Epiroc surface drills, including Pit Viper and SmartROC drill rigs, is preferred
- Experience working on other surface drill brands, including Sandvik, Atlas Copco, Caterpillar, or similar equipment, will also be considered
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, mechanical, powertrain, and electronic control systems
- Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting drill control systems and OEM diagnostic software is considered an asset
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment in both shop and field environments
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical schematics
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
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