Wahgoshig Resources / Black Diamond Drilling

Truck Driver

By Wahgoshig Resources / Black Diamond Drilling

Dead Line: May 6, 2022

Project: Holloway Development
Location: Matheson, Ontario
Rotation: 14 days in – 14 days out
Shift Length: 10 hours
Accommodation: Will be subsidized
Compensation: Redpath Limited offers comprehensive benefits
 
All interested parties can apply to Redpath Limited web site at:
 
http://www.redpathmining.com/careers/
http://www.wahgoshigblackdiamond.com/
 
Pre-employment requirement
 
  • Drug test
 
Scope of work:
 
Redpath Black Diamond will be the primary contractor on an underground mine development project located in Matheson, Ontario. The planned development will consist of waste and ore development in the Smoke Zone and Middle Zone consisting of approximately 1590 meters of development of different sizes.
 
Job Summary:
 
Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the primary role of the Truck Driver is to haul and dump broken ore and waste from development or production headings.
 
Duties and Responsibilities:
 
  • Refuel, check coolant and engine and hydraulic oils, lubricate all points and complete standard daily check forms and drives equipment to and from work area
  • Visually inspects, sounds, scales and washes down work area, if required
  • Operates manual and remote scoop tram to load bucket with ore/waste; hauls to dump or loads onto truck, and transports mine supplies
  • Advances vent tubing, installs or removes air and water pipes to facilitate own work
  • Operate traffic control signals where applicable and respond to signals to prevent a vehicle accident
  • Completes daily log book on equipment and submits written and verbal reports
  • Report progress and any unusual occurrences to supervisor
  • Maintains working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
  • Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
  • The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive
 
Required Skills and Qualifications:
 
  • Ontario Hard Rock Underground Common Core – Full Basic (or other provincial equivalent) (required)
  • Required Specialty Module: U0091
  • High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
  • Basic literacy (read, write, basic math) required
  • Minimum 2-3 years’ experience running heavy equipment machinery
  • Experience operating 30 ton underground trucks
  • Ability to multi task and work effectively
  • Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
  • Knowledge of truck and equipment safety
  • Knowledge of operation of front end loaders, dozers, graders, compactors, snow blowers and other pieces of heavy equipment
  • Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage
  • Knowledge of road construction and maintenance techniques
  • Knowledge of record keeping system
  • Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures
 
Health and Safety:
 
  • Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
  • Following Company health and safety standards and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to Supervisor
  • Responsible for the use and maintenance of all safety equipment, i.e. Lanyards, warning signs and labeling, according to company rules and applicable legislation.
  • Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
  • Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.

July 16, 2020
Inside this issue
Truck Driver

Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the primary role of the Truck Driver is to haul and dump broken ore and waste from development or production headings.

Shift Boss

Under the supervision of the Superintendent, the primary role of the Shift Supervisor is to coordinate the daily activities of the mine development according to plan and is completed to standards.

Miner

Under the supervision of the Lead Miner and/or Shift Supervisor, the primary role of Miner is to inspect existing underground headings, scale loose rocks and install ground support to stabilize rock mass and ensure safety. 

Mechanic

Under the supervision of the Lead Mechanic, the primary role of the Mechanic is to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to diesel, electrical, hydraulic and air operated equipment.

Lead Mechanic

Under the supervision of the Mechanical Supervisor and/or Underground Superintendent, the primary role of the Lead Mechanic is to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to diesel, electrical, hydraulic and air operated equipment.

Lead Electrician

Under the supervision of Superintendent, the primary role of the lead electrician is to install, wire, maintain & perform preventive maintenance and repairs to electric equipment in surface and underground areas.

Jumbo Operator

Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, the primary role of a Jumbo Operator is to set up and operate a two-boom Sandvik jumbo to drill and blast in a safe manner.

Cage Tender

Under the supervision of the Superintendent/ Shift Supervisor, the primary role of a Cage Tender is operate mineshaft conveyances which may include skips and/or cages and other devices that are used to move workers and material within the mine shaft safely.