Equipment Operator (Dozer / Excavator)

Fine Gold Resources is a precious metals mining company operating in the Yukon. We operate on a seasonal basis from March to October and are looking for a qualified Dozer and/or Excavator Equipment Operator, to be based in Dawson City, Yukon.

We provide accommodation and meals at our on-site camp and offer a highly competitive compensation package.

The mine operates 24/7 with two shifts each day - a day shift and a night shift - with a rotation schedule. During their time off employees may stay on-site at the camp or venture to Dawson City for some time away.

For candidates local to the Dawson City area, we are open to considering an onsite / offsite working schedule.

Job Duties:

• Ensure safe work operations and full compliance to operating procedures.


• Receive direction from the mine supervisor for the day-to-day operations work schedule.


• Do pre & post inspection check-up of the equipment and write/keep equipment log.


• Responsible for and/or assists in fueling and filling all the fluids in the equipment to the right level. 


• Assists in maintenance work of the equipment.


• Maintain tidiness in the equipment.


• Prepare and submit the necessary required daily reports as directed.


• Perform other functions as maybe directed from time to time.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years’ operational experience in operating Dozer and/or Excavator equipment.


• Experience with mining specific equipment would be considered an asset.


• Familiar maintenance of mining equipment.


• A valid Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s license.


• Ability to work day and night shifts.


• Physically fit to do manual labour and heavy lifting.


• Demonstrated initiative with solid HSE fundamentals and a sound work ethic.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.