Raisebore Fitter/Mechanic

By Canadian Mining Journal

Dead Line: October 21, 2021

• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Monitor inventory of spare parts and supplies and procure items as required to ensure production progresses
• Accountable for the operational availability of the raise drill, including all aspects of safety, financial, schedule, quality and performance
• Execute training plans for national employees to become competent raise bore mechanics
• Report and escalate emerging issues with the Raisebore Superintendent
• Communicate with the Client at the site as required
• Prepare and submit reports as required
• Submit accurate timesheets for processing in a timely manner
• Operate the assigned raisedrill according to procedure with respect to drilling operation commands etc.
• Give direction to crew members on the various duties with respect to the safe and efficient operation or maintenance of the raisedrill
• Connect various components on the raisedrill as required
• Read and interpret engineering plans to set up the raisedrill and assemble components
• Perform and/or assist/coach during repairs and maintenance as required/needed
• Ensure the maintenance of a clean work site, storage of materials and spare parts
• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform emergency repairs to equipment as required
• To note any information that has or may affect the safety of equipment, i.e. log books, check sheets, etc.
• To report any irregular circumstances or conditions related to his area of responsibility
• To accurately fill out any preventative maintenance check sheet related to his work, i.e., work order, warehouse withdrawal slips
• Must assist other tradesmen when assigned by his supervisor
• To be able to make decisions related to his workplace or equipment
• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and limit equipment damage
• Must have skills to help train new employees, apprentices, etc., in the area on day to day operations plus on the procedures for operating equipment
• Perform diagnostic testing to identify problems and determine the solution to solve the problem
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive

• Journeyman level qualification (trade school or college diploma) Mechanic/Fitter
• Cert 3 or trade qualified certificate or its equivalent, in either Mechanical and/or Fitting and Turning qualification
• Preferred: Working on heavy machinery, most favorable to Raisedrills

• Ability to follow directions
• Must be able to communicate in a knowledgeable, professional manner, both written and verbally
• Ability to adjust raisedrill parameters
• Extensive knowledge of various classes of Raisedrills
• Knowledge of Raisebore drill operations
• Knowledge of drilling machinery
• Knowledge of mining industry
• Knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to do perform routine maintenance/repairs on machines
• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Ability to multi task and work effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently