Electrician (Certified Journeyman)

Position Title

Certified Journeyman Electrician

Employment Type

Full-Time

Organization

Gibraltar Mine

Location

Williams Lake, BC

Reporting Relationship

Foreman, Mine Maintenance

Salary Range

$55.67

About Taseko

Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic and growing mine operator headquartered in Vancouver, Canada. Focused on North America, Taseko is driven to unlock the true value of copper for a complex and changing world.

The Company's foundational asset is the long-life, low-cost Gibraltar copper mine in south-central British Columbia, for which it has won numerous environmental and safety awards for operational excellence.  Gibraltar is a state-of-the-art facility and the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada, with a 700+ person workforce.  Gibraltar produces an average of 130 million pounds of copper and 2.5 million pounds of molybdenum each year, with mineral reserves sufficient for more than 20 years of future operations.

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Role Overview

The Mine Maintenance Electrician plays a key role in maintaining the safe and reliable operation of electrical systems. This includes the installation, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment and infrastructure critical to mine operations.

Working both in the pit and shop complex, the Electrician supports production by ensuring haul trucks, shovels, drills, pumps, substations, and shop facilities operate with minimal downtime. The role requires strict adherence to safety standards, regulatory compliance, and mine site policies, particularly given the high-voltage systems and challenging environmental conditions common to large-scale open-pit operations.

 

Core Responsibilities

• Strong focus on safety, the environment and contributing to a zero incident workplace.
• Meeting production and maintenance goals.
• Performing electrical maintenance associated with electric drive haul trucks, electric rope shovels, electric rotary drills, mine pumping, working on hv distribution systems up to 69kv, crushing, milling and instrumentation.
• Working alongside various trades personnel on coordinating major overhauls.
• Contributing to the development of apprentices.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Inter-provincial Journeyman Trade Certificate.

Skills & Competencies

• Valid Canadian driver's license.
• Preferred open pit mining experience relating to:

G.E Diesel/electric drive systems

Electric mining shovels

Power distribution and PLC control systems

• Industrial experience in other fields considered an asset.

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 Taseko locations, we pride ourselves on offering a challenging and rewarding work environment.  Our employees have the opportunity for career and professional growth through development, education, and succession planning programs.

Additionally, our compensation & 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 Taseko website at or by sending your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. 

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