Instrumentation & Control Technician

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

About the role:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Maintenance Processing, the Industrial Instrumentation Mechanic is responsible for the installation, calibration, repair, and maintenance of all electronic process control field instrumentation in a modern coal processing environment. This is a full-time hourly position that offers an attractive 4x4 day shift schedule, day shift only.

The position is site-based at our operations in the Elk Valley, and the ability to reliably commute to or relocate near Sparwood, B.C is necessary.

In this role you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• In certain components of this role, it is mandatory to wear a respirator which requires an interference free seal
• Install, calibrate, repair, and maintain electronic process control field instrumentation
• Work in a team-oriented environment of instrumentation and electrical peers
• Perform all aspects of installation where required, including piping and wiring.

Requirements:

• Interprovincial Red Seal Instrumentation & Control Technician Certification
• Valid driver’s license
• Experience in an industrial environment
• Experience with control systems, DCS and PLC experience would be an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required
• Previous mining experience an asset.

Benefits:

• Two Annual Performance Bonuses
• Trades Retention Bonus
• Health Lifestyle Account
• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Retirement Package
• Relocation Assistance

Hourly Wage: $54.63

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and references.

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About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.