Plant Technician

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent Position

Schedule: 8 days on and 6 days off rotation with 12-hour workdays

About Us

Conuma Resources is a metallurgical coal producer based in Northeast British Columbia (NEBC), Canada. Our surface mine operations, including Willow Creek, Wolverine, Brule, and Quintette, position us as an integral part of the global steel supply chain, producing high quality steelmaking coal for leading global steelmakers. Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes near Tumbler Ridge and Chetwynd, Conuma is deeply committed to creating a positive impact in the region where we operate, and supporting our local communities by promoting them as a place to call home. Conuma offers diverse career opportunities, and we are always looking for driven and eager individuals to join our team! Come home to Conuma— it's more than a job; it's an invitation to live, work, and explore in beautiful NEBC!

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.

Conuma Resources is an equal opportunity employer.

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