Welder

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 metallurgical coal producer based in Northeast British Columbia (NEBC), Canada. Our surface mine operations, including Willow Creek, 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 

• Perform safe and efficient welding for as-needed repairs and refurbishing of fixed equipment


• Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment using cutters, shapers, and measuring tools


• Conduct welding as-needed repairs and refurbishing on a variety of heavy mining equipment, including shovels, drills, haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators


• Perform welding of various heavy equipment attachments and components utilizing MCAW and FCAW techniques


• Set up, operate, and maintain welding equipment to execute tasks effectively


• Complete Daily FLHA's, risk Assessments, and other safety documents for tasks being undertaken
  Other duties as assigned


• Ensure all maintenance and repair work is conducted in accordance with company policy, applicable safety procedures, and regulatory compliance.


• Participate in safety meetings and training and contribute to the ongoing improvement of safety practices and equipment reliability.


• Work closely with other maintenance staff to coordinate maintenance activities and improve efficiency.

Education, Experience & Qualification

• Red Seal Certification (Welder)


• A minimum of 4-5 years of related industrial experience, specifically in a maintenance capacity within a mining or similar heavy industrial environment.


• Completion of Grade 12.


• Valid Driver’s License.

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Able to work 12-hour day and night shifts; on a 7x7 rotation.


• Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Physical fitness to perform labor-intensive tasks, including working at heights and in tight areas.


• Understanding of mining processes and mine monitoring control systems (operations and maintenance).


• Good English communication skills both oral and written.


• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.


• Proven safety and attendance record.


• Knowledge of computer maintenance systems.

Wages and Benefits

Conuma Resources is proud to offer industry-competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. The hourly rate for Red Seal Certified Welder is $60.00 per hour. 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, and Willow Creek Mine


• Chetwynd to our Willow Creek Mine and Quintette 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.