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Mine Maintenance Mechanic

Mine Maintenance Mechanic

USGHagersville, Canada
7 days ago
Job description

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material and suspended acoustical ceilings. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products and people to build walls, ceilings and careers.

CGC Inc. is currently recruiting for a Mine Maintenance Mechanic for our gypsum plant, based in Hagersville, Ontario.

It's a permanent and full-time position, offering a challenging opportunity for a motivated individual to demonstrate their leadership ability and mechanical expertise in a manufacturing operation within a large corporation.

Reporting to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting the daily operations of servicing the Mine department.

Additional responsibilities of the Mine Maintenance Mechanic include :

  • Locating sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments such as laser alignment tools, stethoscope, tachometer, infrared camera, ultrasound and vibration analysis tools.
  • Removing defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand / power tools.
  • Adjusting functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
  • Welding using the following methods : Tig, Mig and / or Stick welding.
  • Maintaining a high standard for housekeeping within the work area.
  • Working from blueprints and schematics and perform basic shop math.
  • Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Qualifications :

  • Prior training as an industrial mechanic, automotive service technician, or truck and transport mechanic.
  • Must be capable of working in a mine setting in a safe manner and following all safety rules and practices.
  • Must have the desired technical skills to work as a maintenance mechanic or electrician.
  • Follow instructions on printed work or customer orders to complete assigned tasks.
  • Basic computer skills preferred to complete safety training and review work-related emails.
  • Ability to learn to operate required equipment, including mobile equipment (forklifts, etc.).
  • Familiarity with common hand tools and how to properly use them.
  • Good communication skills needed to work with coworkers and customers.
  • Demonstrates the ability to cooperate with co-workers in areas of safety, quality, and understands importance of completing assigned tasks and their relationship to other requirements. Recognize unsafe conditions or hazards within work area.
  • Must be able to work 10 or 12 hour rotating shifts. 10 hour shift is generally Monday - Friday. 12 hour shift included weekends.

    • Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

    USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

    Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.  USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

    Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

    EOE including disability / veteran

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