Electrical Apprentice

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

You will be reporting to Supervisor Electrical, and you will be part of the Maintenance Department. You will also ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

Installing and terminating cable. Locating and installing equipment, panels, sensors and other control components and devices;

Fabricate control panels, wiring check-out. Perform and / or assist with systems start up;

Participate in job site final walk though;

Assist Trades personnel in the coordination of on-site activities and installations;

Provide input relating to the resolution of any design or installation issues;

Where possible participate as part of the team to plan the job from the onset;

Install, alter, repair and maintain a wide range of electrical equipment for safe, efficient and environmentally sound operation;

Ensure all electrical maintenance operations follow applicable regulations and trade practices;

May troubleshoot problems that occur with the job in a de-energized state, submit requests for supplies and tools to ensure that they are available on the worksite when needed;

Lay out circuits, set up breaker and panel boxes, and install fixtures and lights as well as other electrical equipment;

Select and maintain the proper tools and materials;

Participate in safe lockout;

Apply 5 S principles - Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain;

Carry and lift including overhead up to 30Kg (as capable);

Occasional push / pull;

Constant standing;

Frequent walking over uneven ground both up and down gradient;

Frequent working in awkward positions – squatting, kneeling, bent over, reaching;

Frequent working with arms overhead;

Occasional stair / ladder climbing;

Occasional to frequent neck postures;

Hand use in confined spaces and with tools;

Occasional driving over uneven ground;

Working with electricity (Coloured Wires);

Working at heights;

Night Shift – Fatigue management;

Environment conditions can be : hot, humid, wet, dusty, cold. Lighting is restricted (may be excessive noise; airflow is artificial);

Ground conditions may be wet, muddy, slippery, sloped inclines, loose rocks and other obstacles on the ground.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Completed Level 1 & 2 of schooling;

In the case of Apprentice, be Registered (Skilled trades Ontario);

Must be able to read or learn to read and understand electrical prints;

Must have good communication and leadership skills;

Able to set priorities;

Understand the means of Lockout : high voltage switching and de-energizing cables;

Ability to competently use a multi-meter / megger insulation tester;

The ability to think logically and keep up with changes in technology;

Experience reading & understanding hydraulic and electrical schematics;

Technical strength coupled with good people skills, and good planning;

Basic computer skills, written and verbal communication skills;

Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.