Scaffolder

Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent Position

Schedule: 7-days on, 7-days off rotation with 12-hour workdays

About Us

Conuma Resources is a leading Canadian producer of metallurgical coal used in steelmaking around the world. Since 2016, we’ve grown to own and operate a portfolio of five surface mines in the Peace River Coalfields of Northeast British Columbia. Our operations support over 1,000 direct jobs and thousands more indirectly, contributing to the strength of the communities where we live and work. Today, our active mines include Willow Creek, located about 40 minutes from Chetwynd, and Quintette, just 15 minutes from Tumbler Ridge.

Guided by our core values of Safety, Heart, Growth, One Conuma Strong, and Sustainability, we remain focused on responsible growth and on delivering long-term value and resilience to our people and partners.

Come home to Conuma — where community meets opportunity!

Duties & Responsibilities

Scaffolding Installation and Maintenance

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  • Erect, modify, inspect, maintain, and dismantle scaffolding, work platforms, access structures, stairs, guardrails, and related temporary structures in accordance with applicable standards and manufacturer specifications.
  
  
  • Interpret drawings and site requirements to determine appropriate scaffolding configurations, ensuring structures are properly founded, levelled, braced, secured, tagged, and suitable for intended use.
  
  
  
  

Maintenance, Operations & Project Support

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  • Provide timely scaffolding support for maintenance, repairs, shutdowns, construction activities, and capital projects, working collaboratively with site teams to develop practical and safe access solutions.
  
  
  • Safely handle, assemble, disassemble, maintain, and store scaffolding materials and equipment while prioritizing work based on safety, production, and operational requirements.
  
  
  
  

Safety & Compliance

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  • Follow applicable legislation, mine regulations, Company policies, safe work procedures, and site requirements related to scaffolding and working at heights.
  
  
  • Conduct hazard assessments and inspections, identify and report unsafe conditions or deficiencies, participate in site safety initiatives, and stop work where established safety requirements cannot be met.
  
  
  
  

Education, Experience & Qualification

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  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

  
  


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  Recognized scaffolder training, apprenticeship, certification, or equivalent combination of education and practical experience.

  
  


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  Minimum 3-5 years of relevant scaffolding experience in mining, construction, heavy industrial, oil and gas, or similar environments preferred.

  
  


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  Previous experience working in a coal mining environment is an asset.

  
  


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  Working at Heights and fall protection training required.

  
  


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  Rigging and hoisting experience and certification is an asset.

  
  


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  First Aid certification is an asset.

  
  


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  Ability to successfully complete required mine-site orientation, safety training, and competency assessments.

  
  


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  Demonstrated ability to work safely in a physically demanding industrial environment and adapt to variable site and weather condition.

  
  

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Able to work 12-hour day and night shifts on a 7x7 rotation and physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.


• Erect, modify, inspect, maintain, and dismantle scaffolding, work platforms, access structures, stairs, guardrails, and related temporary structures.


• Interpret drawings, plans, specifications, and site requirements to determine safe and practical scaffolding configurations and access solutions.


• Provide scaffolding support for maintenance, repairs, shutdowns, construction, and capital projects, working collaboratively with maintenance, operations, and other site teams.


• Safely handle, assemble, disassemble, transport, and store scaffolding materials, tools, and equipment while maintaining an organized and serviceable work area.


• Follow applicable legislation, mine regulations, Company policies, safe work procedures, and site requirements; conduct hazard assessments and inspections and report or address unsafe conditions.

Wages and Benefits

• Hourly Rate: From $55.26, based on experience and qualifications


• Bonus Pay: Up to $25,000* extra annually through monthly and quarterly bonuses


• Paid Vacation and Personal Days: Available after 3 months of employment


• Retirement Savings: 7% company-matched contributions


• Health & Dental: 100% employer-paid benefit premiums, effective from day one


• Plus More... Additional perks, allowances, and employee benefits
  _{*Bonus amounts are estimates based on historical averages and are not guaranteed.}

Employee Transportation

Employee bus transportation is available from: 

• Tumbler Ridge to our Quintette Mine and Willow Creek Mine


• Chetwynd to our 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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