Underground Field Electrician

Job Description

Job Description

Swick Drilling North America is looking for a highly skilled certified electrician to safely perform diagnostic, maintenance, and repair of underground mobile drill equipment and light vehicles. Must have the ability to understand and apply electrical theory in troubleshooting, demonstrate ability to apply math skills and comprehend, and interpret technical data sheets, schematics, blueprints, and instructional guides to the electrical trade.

The Field Electrical will assist with timely maintenance and repair on all surface and underground equipment on site, in order to ensure maximum quality and efficiencies are obtained.

Additionally, they will assist with training and implementation of specific diagnostic knowledge to operations and other personnel.

**This position qualifies for a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus**

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting and fault-finding on underground equipment, including high voltage and control circuitry, to ensure safe, optimum operation is sustained
• Participate in ordering and maintenance of relevant parts/stock
• Develop, train and supervise more junior Maintenance team members, in a technical capacity
• Ensure compliance with regulations and reporting of all relevant safety hazards

The Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong initiative, high attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team. You will be required to meet the following criteria:

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

Essential

• 3 – 5 years previous experience in the mining industry/heavy industrial sector
• Current Journeyman’s License
• Current Driver’s License
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematic drawings
• Hydraulic and Mechanical aptitude

Desirable

• Advanced hydraulic schematic diagnostic ability