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Welder (Certified Journeyman)

@ Gibraltar Mine

British Columbia

Full-time
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Overview

Gibraltar Mine is hiring a full-time Certified Journeyman Welder for its Mine Maintenance team in McLeese Lake, BC, reporting to the General Foreman. The role covers preventative, predictive and breakdown maintenance and repair of large mining equipment, and supporting apprentices. Salary is $57.90 per hour as stated in the posting.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform preventative, predictive and breakdown maintenance on mining equipment
  • Fabricate, weld and repair heavy mobile and fixed plant equipment
  • Support apprentices and contribute to their development
  • Work as part of a team across maintenance trades

Requirements summary:

  • Red Seal welder certification required
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Canadian driver's licence
  • Ability to read technical drawings and repair specifications
  • Mining experience is an asset

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalDisability insuranceRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2024-07-22
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-10-30

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRed Seal
Driver’s licencerequired
EducationHigh school (required)
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan

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Gibraltar Mine

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Full company description

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic international mining company driven to unlock the true value of copper in North America for its investors, employees, communities, and for the complex changing world. As a leading copper producer, Taseko recognizes and delivers enduring opportunity through developing and operating world-class copper mines and mineral properties in British Columbia and Arizona. Taseko’s corporate strategy is to grow the company sustainably and profitably by focusing on the continued operations of the Company’s foundational asset, the Gibraltar Mine, while also developing its pipeline of high-quality advanced- stage development projects. The long-life, low-cost Gibraltar copper mine (75% owned) located in south-central BC, is a state-of-the-art facility that has won numerous environmental and safety awards for operational excellence. It is second largest open pit copper mine in Canada, producing an average of 130 million pounds of copper and 2.5 million pounds of molybdenum per year, and supporting a 700+ person workforce. Taseko is also advancing the Florence Copper project in Arizona – a near-term copper producer with an unparalleled energy, water and GHG profile per unit of production. Florence Copper is a unique ‘in-situ copper recovery’ project which, once in production, will significantly increase Taseko’s annual metal production, delivering a necessary metal our society requires for a low-carbon future. In addition, Taseko also owns the Yellowhead copper project and the Aley niobium project providing the Company with a diverse development opportunity.

LinkedIn followers
14,917
People associated on LinkedIn
342
Reported office locations
  • 12th Floor - 1040 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 4H1, CA
  • 172 Second Ave N, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1Z6, CA
  • 10251 Gibraltar Mine, McLeese Lake, British Columbia V0L 1P0, US
  • 1575 w E Hunt Hwy, Florence, Arizona 85132, US
Business categories
  • Mining
  • Mining Technology
  • Mineral
Other recorded names
  • Yellowhead
  • Gibraltar Mine
  • Taseko Mines
  • Trekor Metals Limited
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Reported total investment
930,255,000

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic international mining company driven to unlock the true value of copper in North America for its investors, employees, communities, and for the complex changing world. As a leading copper producer, Taseko recognizes and delivers enduring opportunity through developing and operating world-class copper mines and mineral properties in British…

FieldValue
IndustryMining
Company size501-1,000 employees
HeadquartersVancouver, BC
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

Position Title

Certified Journeyman Welder, Mine Maintenance

Employment Type

Full-Time

Organization

Gibraltar Mine

Location

Mcleese Lake, BC

Reporting Relationship

General Foreman, Mine Maintenance

Salary Range

$57.90

About Trekor

Headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada, Trekor Metals Limited (Trekor) is a leading North American copper producer with a robust development pipeline of minerals projects and properties in Canada and the United States.

Known for seeing opportunities where other mining companies do not, Trekor has a two-decade track record of delivering value for shareholders, employees, communities where we operate, and others — from acquiring the Gibraltar Mine in BC for a single dollar and building it into Canada's second-largest copper producer, to transforming Arizona’s Florence Copper into the world's first greenfield in-situ copper recovery operation.

Trekor goes Beyond Potential.

For more information visit our website www.Trekormetals.com.

Role Overview

As a Welder, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of heavy mobile and fixed plant equipment. Working with a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility, you will carry out fabrication, welding, repair, and maintenance tasks on a range of equipment, ensuring operational readiness and contributing to a zero-incident workplace.

Core Responsibilities

  • Strong focus on safety, the environment and contributing to a zero-incident workplace.
  • Perform preventative, predictive & breakdown maintenance associated with operations equipment including, but not limited to, large scale Bulldozers and support equipment, P&H Shovels & Drills and Komatsu Haul Trucks.
  • Contributing to the development of apprentices and working as part of a team to accomplish maintenance goals and targets.
  • Supporting maintenance personnel in all trades.

Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Interprovincial trade qualifications for Welder (Red Seal Certification).
  • Valid Canadian driver's license.
  • Mining experience is considered an asset.

Skills & Competencies

  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and repair specifications.
  • Experience with preventative, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
  • Commitment to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
  • Effective teamwork and communication skills.
  • Ability to mentor and support apprentices.
  • Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
  • Flexible and adaptable in supporting multiple trades and maintenance activities.

The Community

  • Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly 25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities
  • Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer, and softball
  • A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking
  • Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities
  • Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues

Compensation

At all Trekor locations, we pride ourselves in offering a challenging and rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession plan programs.

Additionally, our compensation and benefits package includes competitive salaries and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an RRSP matching program.

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic organization, apply via the Trekor website at www.Trekormetals.com/careers/.

Trekor is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

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