Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician

Company Equinox Gold

Company Equinox Gold Location Geraldton, ON

We are seeking a Heavy Equipment Technician to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Technician is responsible for providing repairs, overhauls and new builds to mining related equipment. This position will employ reasoning in diagnosing and troubleshooting functions.

• Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on heavy mining equipment according to schedule.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment to determine the extent of repair required.
• Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
• Interpret work order and technical manuals. Two weeks’ OEM onsite training supplied.
• Complete job specific reports and paperwork.
• Have a strong awareness and attitude towards workplace health and safety and follow all rules and legislation.
• Keep a mine-owned service truck clean and equipped.

• Experience with Komatsu, CAT, Epiroc equipment is an asset.
• Experience in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Motivated and able to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision.
• Job tasks may be physically demanding, lifting to 50 lbs.
• Remote location working environment.
• Mining company/mine site experience is an asset.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.