Journeyman Machine Repairperson (Class A Mechanic)

For more than 125 years, Windsor Salt has improved the lives of Canadians by making their food tastier, their roads safer, their pools cleaner, and so much more. From the salt we mine and produce through evaporative processes, Windsor Salt is a trusted authority on salt in Canada and has one of the industry's largest production and distribution networks. We're grateful to be known as a company that cares deeply about our commitment to a culture of zero harm, ensuring product quality, supporting employee well-being and exposure across the mining value chain, and positively impacting the communities we serve.

Job Summary:

Windsor Salt’s Ojibway Mine in Windsor, Ontario, has an opening for a Journeyman Machine Repairperson (Class A Mechanic). This person will be responsible for maintaining stationary and mobile industrial machinery and equipment in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be available to work a rotating shift schedule with availability to work overtime as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate all mining equipment and lubricate equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Complete out inspection sheets, timecards, work orders, and other reports
• Clearly communicate work and status updates with peers and supervisors
• Support hoist and shaft work as needed
• Perform troubleshooting on various equipment
• Read and utilize hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical schematics associated with equipment
• Utilize computers and CMMS systems
• Complete proper installations of systems and components on stationary and mobile equipment
• Assist in the training of employees of lesser skill
• Perform greasing, cleaning and inspecting of equipment including the safe proficient operation of the fuel truck
• Complete cutting and grinding tasks
• Train other employees in safe job procedures of mechanic work
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free workplace at all times
• Contribute to the maintenance team by accomplishing other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• At least 3 years of experience in a mechanic position, preferred
• Must be familiar with the Lock Out/Tag Out policy and procedures
• Must be proficient in hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting and repair
• Proficient in low-voltage electrical systems
• Must be skilled in diesel engine troubleshooting and repair
• Must be proficient in welding and cutting
• Proficient in reading and working from fabrication drawings, hydraulic prints and schematics, and automotive-type low-voltage electrical schematics
• Must be proficient in diagnosing machine malfunctions, adjusting, dissembling mechanical sub-assemblies, replacing broken or worn parts and reassembling mechanical sub-assemblies
• Computer knowledge including CAT ET, Windows, SMAG, GHH, etc.
• Must have a working knowledge of crushers, screeners and conveyors
• Have knowledge of power transmission and alignment procedures
  
  
  

In addition, this individual will have:

• Class A Mechanic (310T or 310S) Certification
• Welding certification or experience would be considered an asset
  
  
  

Attractive Benefits:

We offer a very competitive health and dental plan, as well as a defined contribution pension plan and group life insurance package.

Team Environment:

We offer a challenging work environment while still focusing on teamwork and a family-like environment. You even get your birthday off!

Windsor Salt Ltd. complies with the AODA in all steps of its recruitment process.