Summary
Reporting to the Mill Maintenance Supervisor, the Mill Welding Technician will be responsible for various welding activities common to a surface hard rock mining and milling operation and the associated crushing, grinding, flotation, conveyor systems and support equipment.
Responsibilities
- Repairs and maintenance to structures and components of milling facility
- Fabrications and product enhancements as required
- Actively participate in various safety activities
- Perform Preventative Maintenance inspections
- Repair equipment in the field or shop
- Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Clearly write reports detailing work performed and problems found
- Performs any other responsibilities related to the Welder role as required or as assigned by the department head.
Education & Experience
- Must have Welding certification
- Minimum of “A” or “B” Level Red Seal certification preferred
- Three plus years’ experience preferred
- Proven safety and attendance record
- Must have own tools
- Ability to lift 50 pounds is required
- Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to personal transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products ie. Word, Excel and Outlook
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to work in adverse conditions
- Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements.
Working Conditions
- Work involves a camp-based role at the Mount Milligan Mine site, which is approximately 155 kilometers northwest of Prince George, British Columbia, with a set work schedule on a 7x7 or 14x14 work schedule, Thursday to Wednesday, 12 hours per day
- Team environment
- Work consists of moderate degree of social interaction with employees in person
- Regular exposure to working indoors and outdoors, continuous noise, working around machinery with moving parts, around heavy equipment and in close proximity to others
- Occasional exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- The Company is committed to high quality safety, environmental and continuous improvement practices and applicants should be able to demonstrate shared values in these areas.
- Mount Milligan is a safety-sensitive environment and promotes a drug & alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a ZERO – TOLERANCE policy, with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs/paraphernalia on site
- Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region
What can we offer?
As a valued member of Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine operations team, you can look forward to a highly competitive salary of $56.43 per hour, based on skills and experience. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including:
- Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel
- A challenging and rewarding work atmosphere that prioritizes technical development
- World Class camp accommodations, private room with washroom, gymnasium and other recreational facilities.
- Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance
- Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D
- Company-sponsored pension with Company match
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Healthcare Spending Account / Lifestyle Wellness Spending Account
- Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
- Annual Incentive Bonus
- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
- Parental leave top-up program
- Professional development within the organization
- Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.