Plant Technician

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent Position

Schedule: 7-days on, 7-days off rotation with 12-hour workdays

About Us

Escape the ordinary and embrace a rewarding career with Conuma Resources Located in the stunning landscapes of Tumbler Ridge and Chetwynd, British Columbia, we are a leading Canadian producer and exporter of metallurgical coal, at the heart of the global steel industry. Our three surface mines, Brule, Willow Creek, and Wolverine, position us as key players in serving customers across South America, Europe, and Asia.

Duties & Responsibilities
Conduct regular washdowns of the wash plant, including the roof, walls, floor, distribution boxes, screens, and other equipment as needed.
Inspect, operate, and ensure proper flow of equipment, including cyclones, sieves, flotation cells, mag separators, spirals, screens, and chutes.
Conduct hourly checks on equipment, including the thickener, and adjust floc dosage based on settling rates and clarity.
Inspect conveyor systems, including belt alignment, idlers, pulleys, and general condition.
Manage banks of float cells, utilizing reagents and kerosene for optimal coal recovery.
Take samples of float tailings and float feed hourly.
Monitor the level of floc tote and arrange for replacements when necessary.
Perform drawdowns from clean coal cyclones.
Check pressures on clean coal cyclones, water-only cyclones, and heavy media cyclones and report any changes to the Control Room.
Operate and make adjustments to belt presses as required.
Visually inspect screens and screen sprays for loose bolts, springs, and proper balance.
Check and adjust weirs on the screen bowl distribution floor as needed.
Monitor the high-frequency screen for blinding and clear recirculation.
Inspect deslime screens for proper flow, loose bolts, and spring operation.
Check running screen bowl centrifuges for oil leaks, noise, and vibration.
Collaborate and report all issues with the Plant Supervisor and Control Room Operator to ensure smooth operation of equipment.
Collaborate with other operators and work together to support plant operations.
General cleanup, clearing plugged or frozen chutes as required.
Add magnetite to the plant circuit as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience & Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Valid Driver's License.
Previous experience in industrial or mining environments is considered an asset.
Previous experience operating support equipment such as utility loaders and skid steers is considered an asset.
Technical Competencies & Skills
Must be able to work 12-hour day and night shifts; on a 7x7 rotation.
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions.
Physical fitness to perform labor-intensive tasks, including working at heights and in tight areas.
Eagerness to learn and adapt to various work conditions.
Effective and respectful communication with colleagues, trainees, and leadership.
Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of plant operations, circuit flow and equipment.
Ability to conduct equipment inspections, operate, maintain, and make adjustments to equipment.
Familiarity with safety protocols and energy isolation procedures.
Effective communication skills for teamwork and coordination colleagues.
First Aid/Mine Rescue Training is considered an asset.
Wage and Benefits

Conuma Resources is proud to offer industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Hourly rates for Plant Technicians ranges from $34.03 to $41.52 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes paid vacation and personal days, 7% RRSP matching, and 100% employer-paid extended health and dental care, among several other perks

Employee Transportation

Employee bus transportation is available from:

Tumbler Ridge to our Quintette Mine, Wolverine Mine, Brule Mine, and Willow Creek Mine
Chetwynd to our Brule Mine and Willow Creek Mine
Dawson Creek to our Willow Creek Mine
Mackenzie to our Willow Creek Mine
Pre-Employment Testing

Please be advised that all selected applicants will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

Come Home to Conuma

Nestled in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies, our local communities in Northeastern British Columbia offer a plethora of outdoor activities, from hiking near majestic waterfalls to exploring 97-million-year-old dinosaur footprints. Engage in ATV and snowmobile trails, cross-country skiing, ice hockey, swimming, cycling, and immerse yourself in the warmth of a close-knit community. Affordable costs of living make this region an ideal place to raise a family.

Please be advised that Conuma Resources does not offer camp accommodations or Fly-In Fly-Out opportunities. Conuma believes in supporting our local communities by promoting them as a place for our employees to call home.

Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.
#INDCR

---