Job Description Project: Alamos Shaft Sinking & Headwork - Dubreuilville, ON

Rotation: 14 days on, 14 days off

Shift Length: 12 hours

Salary Range: $160,000 - $180,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid

Travel: Kilometers paid

Accommodation: Camp setting

Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program

Pre-employment requirement: Drug test and criminal background check

Job Summary The primary role of the Shaft Mechanic is to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to diesel, electrical, hydraulic and air operated equipment. This includes mobile equipment, hoists, compressors, drills, small tools and miscellaneous equipment of a similar nature.

General RESPONSIBILITIES

Read, work and interpret hydraulic diagrams, drawings and schematics and create/modify as required

Inspect, repair and replace mine shaft parts, such as cage guides, guardrails and cable

Inspect equipment for proper performance and check equipment for defect faults and malfunctions

Perform diagnostic testing to identify problems and determine the solution to solve the problem

Test repaired equipment to ensure proper performance

Clean and lubricate equipment

Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems.

Fill out statutory log books for hoisting plants

Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner

Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage

Health And Safety

Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working setting

Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions





Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.

Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.

Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work.

Education QUALIFICATIONS

Journeyman level qualification (trade school or college diploma) - preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Basic literacy (read, write, basic math and read blue print) required

Ontario Hard Rock Underground Service Type Common Core (or other provincial equivalent) (required)

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years underground shaft mining experience

Knowledge Required

Knowledge of Shaft Sinking Equipment; shaft jumbos, shaft muckers, stage winches, galloway maintenance/repairs, hoist plant maintenance/repairs, hand held drill repairs and pump repairs

Extensive knowledge and experience in the installation of the following hoist components: drums, bearings, support base, ring gear, bull gear, break shoes and cover

Must be proficient in maintaining a fleet of UG trucks, LHD's, jumbo drills and bolters, mobile shotcrete equipment, Normet utility vehicles, Manitou zoom booms and CAT utility equipment

Must be familiar with concrete shaft forms, galloways, buckets and cross heads, hoists and winches

Ability to read, and understand Hydraulic/Electrical Schematics

Ability to use and understand Engine/Powertrain Diagnostic Software, both Handheld, and computer based.

Ability to use/understand parts and service manuals, able to make parts lists for repairs required and or use service manuals to assist in diagnostics, and proper repair procedures.

Ability to Service/Diagnose Diesel Engines of many types and makes

Ability to Service/Diagnose All Powertrain/Brake Components of Many types and makes

Familiar with underground Mobile equipment Braking regulations//testing and adjusting such components.

Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently

Respectful of cultural differences

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📌 Shaft Mechanic - Alamos Shaft (Winnipeg)
🏢 REDPATH MINING
📍 Winnipeg