Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic in Thunder Bay, Ontario at Swick Mining Services Canada Inc

Underground Field Mechanic | $50-$60/hr | 2/2 FIFO | Paid Flights & Camp

Pay: CA$50.00-$60.00 per hour + Overtime

Join One of the World's Leading Underground Drilling Contractors

Swick Mining Services is hiring experienced Underground Field Mechanics to support our Canadian underground diamond drilling operations.

If you're looking for a 2 Weeks on/2 Weeks Off Fly-In/Fly-Out (FIFO) rotation, competitive wages, paid travel, employer-paid benefits, and the opportunity to work on Swick's specialized underground drilling fleet, we'd like to hear from you.

Why Join Swick Mining Services?

CA$50.00-$60.00 per hour

2 Weeks On/2 Weeks Off (FIFO) Rotation

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Overtime Opportunities

100% Employer-Paid Health, Dental & Vision Benefits

Paid Flights, Travel & Accommodations

RRSP Matching Program

Paid Time Off

Life & Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Full-time, year-round employment

Work on Swick's specialized underground drilling rigs

Stable work with opportunities for advancement and technical development

Position Summary:

As an Underground Field Mechanic, you'll play a critical role in keeping Swick's underground drilling fleet operating safely and efficiently. You'll diagnose, repair, maintain, and rebuild specialized underground diamond drilling equipment while working alongside experienced operations and maintenance teams in a challenging underground mining environment.

This is a hands-on position for a skilled mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting complex hydraulic, electrical, diesel, and mechanical systems while helping maximize equipment reliability and production.

Key Responsibilities:

Diagnose and repair underground diamond drilling equipment.

Perform preventative, scheduled, and breakdown maintenance on drilling rigs and support equipment.

Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, diesel, and mechanical systems.

Complete field repairs efficiently to minimize equipment downtime.

Assemble, install, rebuild, and overhaul mechanical components to manufacturer specifications.

Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, technical drawings, and service manuals.

Perform inspections to identify wear, damage, or potential failures before they impact production.

Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and parts usage.

Assist with inventory control and parts management.

Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company and client standards.

Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.

Collaborate with drill crews, supervisors, and operations personnel to maximize equipment performance.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance fleet reliability and efficiency.

Qualifications Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Journeyperson Heavy Equipment Technician, Truck & Transport Technician, Industrial Mechanic (Millwright), or equivalent mechanical experience.

Experience maintaining heavy equipment, mining equipment, or underground drilling equipment.

Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Ability to read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical schematics.

Experience using diagnostic equipment along with hand and power tools.

Valid Driver's Licence.

Strong commitment to workplace safety.

Ability to work independently in underground mining environments.

Preferred:

Underground mining experience.

Experience maintaining underground diamond drill rigs.

Strong hydraulic troubleshooting experience.

Diesel engine repair experience.

Welding and fabrication experience.

Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

What We're Looking For

Strong mechanical aptitude

Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting skills

Self-motivated with a strong work ethic

Dependable and safety-focused

Team player with excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced underground mining environment

Commitment to producing quality work and minimizing equipment downtime

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Extended Health Care

Employer-Paid Dental Care

Vision Care

RRSP Match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Flights, Travel & Accommodations

Stable Full-Time Employment

Career Growth Opportunities

Why Swick Mining Services?

Swick Mining Services is an internationally recognized leader in underground diamond drilling. We invest in our people by offering competitive compensation, excellent benefits, paid travel, and the opportunity to work on our specialized underground drilling fleet. Our commitment to safety, innovation, and employee development has made us an employer of choice in the mining industry.

If you're an experienced underground mechanic looking for a rewarding FIFO career with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work on industry-leading underground drilling equipment, we encourage you to apply today.

Join Swick Mining Services and help keep one of the industry's most advanced underground drilling fleets operating at peak performance.