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Tantalum Mining Corporation of Canada Ltd. (Tanco) is looking for a Heavy Duty Mechanic (Red Seal) to join our team at the Bernic Lake Mine site. Tanco is owned by Sinomine (Hong Kong) Rare Metal Resources Co. Ltd. is a mining and manufacturing company located 60 kilometers Northeast of Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba. Employees reside in Lac du Bonnet, Pinawa and the surrounding area.

The Heavy Duty Mechanic will be responsible for maintaining and repairing heavy-duty equipment essential for our mining operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy equipment maintenance, a keen eye for detail and a dedication to safety.

Principal Responsibilities:

- Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principals, trade techniques, properties of various materials, and operating and application principals of equipment.
- Determines nature and extent of repair work required, plans details of working procedure, locking and tagging out equipment, obtains tools and materials required.
- Diagnosis and trouble shoots, repairs, adjusts, replaces, overhauls, dismantles, rebuilds, installs, tests, cleans, and lubricates all types of mobile equipment components.
- Assembles and aligns gears, bearings, couplings and shafts involving the application of press, sliding, or running fits.
- Adjusts and measures to close tolerances using precision testing and measuring equipment.
- Installs and repairs all types of high and low pressure hoses with mechanical fittings.
- Operates oxyacetylene and other and welding equipment to burn, braze and perform minor welding.
- Operates machine tools such as drill press, band saw, hydraulic press, bolt and pipe threader.




- Operates pendent control crane and hoisting equipment to move and position equipment and materials.
- When necessary, operates mobile equipment.
- Cleans and applies anti-corrosive compounds to overhauled equipment.
- Performs scheduled emergency and preventative maintenance work and advises supervision when shutdown of equipment is necessary in order to minimize damage and production interruptions.
- Collaborate with other maintenance and operations personnel to prioritize and address equipment issues.
- Keeps working area, tools and equipment in an orderly condition.
- Adheres to all safety protocols such as Hot Work, Lock, Tag & Try, Linebreaking and Confined space.

Education/Experience

- Red Seal Certification (required).

We understand that not everyone will meet every single qualification listed for this position, but don't let that hold you back from applying. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and believe in fostering an inclusive environment. If you're passionate about this role and believe you have what it takes to make a difference in our team, even if you don't check every box, we want to hear from you.

We're looking for potential, growth mindset, and individuals who are ready to bring their unique contributions to the table. So, if you're excited about this chance, please apply – we're excited to learn more about what you could bring to the role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $47.70 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Lac du Bonnet, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Drivers License (required)
- Red Seal Certification? (required)

Work Location: In person

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📌 Heavy Duty Mechanic (Red Seal) (Lac du Bonnet)
🏢 Tantalum Mining Corporation of Canada
📍 Lac du Bonnet