Posted 5 days ago
Mechanic (Heavy Duty) - FIFO
@ DMC Mining Services
Cadomin, Alberta
Overview
DMC Mining Services is hiring a Mechanic (Heavy Duty) on a contract basis at its Cadomin, Alberta underground mine site. The role is a fly-in/fly-out position on a 14 days on, 14 days off schedule, covering day and night 12-hour shifts. The work is maintenance, repair, welding and troubleshooting of underground mining equipment, paid at $20 to $28 CAD per hour plus an hourly incentive bonus.
Pay:
$20–$28 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Perform equipment repairs, weld repairs and preventative maintenance on underground mining equipment
- Inspect, diagnose and troubleshoot air, hydraulic and electrical components
- Read shop drawings, fabrication drawings, electrical and hydraulic prints
- Record defective items and manage parts requisitions under DMC work order procedures
Requirements summary:
- Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Certificate (421A) preferred
- 3 to 5 years of underground experience
- Experience with Sandvik jumbos, bolters, haul trucks and LHDs is an asset
- Welding and fabrication experience is an asset
- Comfortable working at heights
- Reliable, self-motivated, good work ethic
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-02
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, overnight |
| Travel | air: moderate · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Construction site |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Certificate (421A), Ontario Basic Underground Common Core |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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DMC Mining Services
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Building Tomorrow's Mines
Full company description
With a client-centric approach, DMC Mining Services is renowned for being a proven partner capable of delivering safe and innovative solutions. Our industry-leading safety performance record has resulted in DMC assisting leading mining companies to fill critical roles in their success. We were the first to use leading edge, shaft-sinking technology Shaft Boring Road headers (SBRs), and are the first company in the world to ever complete an SBR project. DMC By the Numbers: • Mine Shaft Sinking: 21 km+ total depth • Raise Boring & Alimak Raise: 76 km+ total reamed • Mine Development: 107 km+ total advance • Contract Mining: 8.6 million+ tonnes mined • 20+ countries of global experience • 125+ years of combined mining experience in leadership team • 500+ current global employees at DMC Engineering services that DMC Mining Services provides: • Mining Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Automation & Instrumentation • Mechanical Engineering • Structural & Civil Engineering • Geological Engineering • Cost Estimating DMC also provides contracting services such as: • Raise Boring • Mine Development • Shaft Sinking DMC is a proven innovator! 1980 The company was founded in 1980 as Dynatec Mining Limited. In its second year in business, it started building the Macassa Mine shaft, for which, it still holds the record for the deepest single-lift timbered shaft in the world. 1992 DMC developed the Long Round Concept for shaft sinking, an innovation that improved productivity by 20%. 2013 The company initiated and developed leading edge, shaft sinking technology using Shaft Boring Roadheaders (SBRs) designed and built in Germany for a twin shaft project in Canada. 2015 DMC's Jansen team performed the first ever installation of shaft tubing using a robotic arm called the Blairmore Ring Erector (BRE). 2019 First full completion of 2 x 1000 metre BHP Billiton’s Jansen Shaft project using SBR technology.
- LinkedIn followers
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- People associated on LinkedIn
- 984
- Reported office locations
- 191 Creditview Road, Suite 400, Vaughan, ON L4L 9T1, CA
- 2650 White St., P.O. Box 208, Val Caron, ON P3N 1N7, CA
- Other recorded names
- DMC Mining Services
- Specialties
- Construction and Mine Development
- Shaft Sinking
- Contract Mining
- Mining Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Automation & Instrumentation
- Mechanical Engineering
- Structural & Civil Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Cost Estimating
- Raise Boring
- and Mine Development
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With a client-centric approach, DMC Mining Services is renowned for being a proven partner capable of delivering safe and innovative solutions. Our industry-leading safety performance record has resulted in DMC assisting leading mining companies to fill critical roles in their success. We were the first to use leading edge, shaft-sinking technology Shaft Boring Road headers (SBRs), and are the first company in the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vaughan, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1980 |
| Specialties | Construction and Mine DevelopmentShaft SinkingContract MiningMining EngineeringElectrical EngineeringAutomation & InstrumentationMechanical EngineeringStructural & Civil EngineeringGeological EngineeringCost Estimating |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 24 |
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Elevate your career with one of North America's leading underground mining contractors. DMC Mining Services has set the standard in the mining industry, providing top-notch services from shaft sinking and raise boring to complete mine development and operation. We're looking for dedicated professionals to join our team and contribute to our legacy of excellence, safety, and innovation. If you're passionate about making a difference and eager to work on challenging, impactful projects, we want to hear from you!
Our core values: Zero Harm, Teamwork, Results Driven, Courage and Accountability.
Summary:
DMC is currently looking for Mechanics (Heavy Duty) to join our team on a contract basis, based in Cadomin, Alberta. This will be a fly in/fly out (FIFO) position on a 14 days on/14 days off schedule. The worker will be required to work both day and night shifts, that will be 12 hours in duration.
Reporting to the Supervisor, the Mechanic (Heavy Duty) is responsible for skilled work that involves the maintenance/repair of equipment and machinery. The scope will involve the development of an underground mine with multiple heading sizes, the largest being 13.7m x 7.6m. The Mechanic (Heavy Duty) will be responsible for the execution of equipment repairs, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting the equipment on site such as jumbo drills, bolter, LHDs, haul trucks, concrete pump, trans mixers, forklifts, telehandlers and utility equipment.
Responsibilities:
• Perform quality maintenance work as directed by their supervisor.
• Equipment repairs will include weld repairs on (but not limited to) 50te haul trucks, 12-yard LHDs, 2 boom jumbos, a bolter, utility trucks and a scaler (excavator).
• Complete maintenance work as directed by supervisor. This can include working on repairs of equipment, assisting with mechanical scope and offering support as needed.
• Have a complete personal basic trade tool inventory of required quality for the trade. This includes being able to monitor and track consignment stock and notify the supervisor when additional items are required. Requisitions may be placed by the individual, and an understanding of the procurement process will be expected (following training).
• Be able to read procedures and prints as part of the fabrication process. This will include shop drawings, fabrication drawings and sketches.
• Must follow standard safety operating procedures. This includes taking accountability for works completed, ensuring that it is in line with requirements and best practices (for example not modifying items on OEM equipment without Engineering approval).
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Understand the operation of diagnostic equipment and measuring tools, reading and interpreting results.
• Inspect, diagnose equipment and troubleshoot components as required (air/hydraulic systems are an asset).
• Be able to read procedures and prints as part of the diagnostic process.
• Be able to read electrical and hydraulic prints.
• Record all defective items on equipment and supply parts listing as per DMC work order procedures.
• Must follow standard safety operating procedures.
• The ability to work with OEM representatives.
• Usage of tooling associated with the scope, including (but not limited to), welding equipment, drills, grinders,
• The worker may be around explosives and may be subject to security checks.
• Takes responsibility for aspects of occupational health and safety, and environmental matters, over which the individual has control, including adherence to all requirements applicable to DMC. Medical and drug testing will form part of the pre-employment process.
• Demonstrate commitment to the continued improvement of Occupational Health, Safety and Environment.
• Other related duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications:
• Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic Certificate/License (421A) is preferred.
• Ontario Basic Underground Common Core - 770010 Program (U0000-U0001-U0002-U0012) is an asset.
• 3 to 5 years of underground experience.
• Experience working on Sandvik jumbos and bolters, Sandvik haul trucks, Sandvik LHDs, and Toyota utility vehicles is an asset.
• Must be reliable and self-motivated with a good work ethic.
• Must be experienced and comfortable working at heights.
• Welding & fabrication experience is an asset.
Additional Information:
• We are hiring to fill an existing vacancy.
• Hourly Range is expected to be between: $20 to $28 CAD + hourly incentive bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement plan.
• This role will be performed on-site.
• Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge/skills, and experience.
At DMC, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where innovation thrives, and every team member is valued. We believe in investing in our employees' growth and well-being, offering competitive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and a supportive culture that empowers you to achieve your best.
Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions truly make a difference!
*No external recruiters please.
*The description is for the purpose of information only, and reflects the general duties considered to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed job description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is understood that the terms or conditions of the job are subject to change as may be deemed necessary by the Company to maintain a safe and efficient operation.
DMC Mining is an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, please note that accommodations are available, upon request, throughout the recruitment and assessment process for any applicants with disabilities.
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