Underground Electrician

• Demonstrate commitment to adhere to all Mine site safety rules, procedures and regulations, while ensuring the safety of others
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations
• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components
• Major involvement in the installation and maintenance of the underground HV supply, dewatering, ventilation and services systems
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance
• Maintain, repair, install and test substations, switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators and reactors
• Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial, electrical and electronic control systems, automation related systems and other related devices
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
• General repairs and re-builds of Flygt sump pumps and small pumping stations
• May install, maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices
• Document reports detailing work performed, problems diagnosed, pre & post checks and all other required shift paperwork
• Maintain and demonstrate a professional and courteous relationship with employees, subcontractors, the client and all other personnel
• Practice good general housekeeping in the work area and equipment
• Maintain a valid Driver's License; manual transmission experience required
• Possess general computer skills
• Understand and comply with all PPE requirements in work areas
• Provide your own basic hand tools as needed, most tools are provided
• Other duties may be assigned by your Supervisor, as required

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency
• Preferred; 3-5 years of experience working underground as an Underground Electrician in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in underground mining operations
• Preferred; Red Seal Journeyman Electrician certification consideration will be given to 4th year apprentices
• Preferred; Sandvik development drill maintenance experience
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations and BC Electrical Code
• Understanding of PLC control systems, an asset
• Experience with high voltage power distribution systems, 13.8Kv, 600V motor control centers and variable frequency drives, an asset
• The ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, cross-cultural environment with high degree of professionalism and self-motivation is essential
• Proven ability to recognize and follow verbal and written instructions
• Read and understand manuals, schematics, diagrams and blueprints
• Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met
• Document and communicate shift activities and priorities to the oncoming shift
• Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow

• Ability to do shift camp work on a rotational basis (dayshift/nightshift), typically the rotations are 2 weeks on site (minimum 12-hour days), followed by 2 weeks off - working statutory holidays as they fall within the rotation
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to communicate, sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, push/pull, manipulate objects and work in awkward positions
• Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds
• Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required
• Extreme weather conditions
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high

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