Heavy Duty Equipment Operator

Heavy Duty Equipment Operator

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Who we are:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well-managed, and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability, and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

The Opportunity:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking for Heavy Duty Equipment Operator at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This position is a 7x7, 12-hour, day and night shift schedule.

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.

Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mining Corporation, there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

Position

Heavy Duty Equipment Operator

Location

Copper Mountain Mine, is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors.  Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Summary

Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Heavy-Duty Equipment Operator is responsible for full oversight of operating heavy-duty equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and graders to excavate, move, load, and grade earth, rock, gravel, and other materials during construction and related activities.   

Responsibilities 

• Operates heavy-duty equipment, such as excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and graders in accordance with the mine procedures and standards,
• Performs daily pre- and post-trip equipment inspections and reports any needed repairs on broken or improperly working equipment,
• Conducts all activities safely and following all Copper Mountain Mine safety requirements and SOPs,
• Performs other responsibilities related to the Heavy-Duty Equipment Operator role as required or as assigned by the department head.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED),
• Must be signed off on excavators, bulldozers, loaders, and graders,
• Possesses a valid Class 5/7N driver’s license and has access to personal transportation,
• Required to meet pre-employment testing requirements.

Required Skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills,
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision,
• Possess a solid understanding of maximizing production while minimizing contamination,
• Able to learn from others and adopt best practices while maintaining a strong focus on safety, integrity, and reliability.
• Ability to learn, be trained, and follow instructions and standard operating procedures.

Working Conditions

• Work environment includes exposure to noise, vibrations, and dust, and will require working alone with minimum supervision,
• Exposure to working outdoors in all weather conditions, operating a light vehicle at our operations, in various weather conditions and terrain, including winter driving,
• Regular exposure to lifting and moving items and equipment up to 50 pounds,
• Work will require climbing on equipment and under equipment occasionally in wet muddy conditions,

Rate of Pay

$42.29/hr. - $43.73/hr.

To Apply

Please submit the posting application directly on our website at hudbayminerals.com/careers.

Copper Mountain Mine is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.