Position Title
Certified Journeyman Electrician
Employment Type
Full-Time
Organization
Gibraltar Mine
Location
Williams Lake, BC
Reporting Relationship
Foreman, Mine Maintenance
Salary Range
$55.67
About Taseko
Taseko Mines Limited is a dynamic and growing mine operator headquartered in
Vancouver, Canada. Focused on North America, Taseko is driven to unlock the true
value of copper for a complex and changing world.
The Company’s foundational asset is the long-life, low-cost Gibraltar copper
mine in south-central British Columbia, for which it has won numerous
environmental and safety awards for operational excellence. Gibraltar is a
state-of-the-art facility and the second largest open pit copper mine in Canada,
with a 700+ person workforce. Gibraltar produces an average of 130 million
pounds of copper and 2.5 million pounds of molybdenum each year, with mineral
reserves sufficient for more than 20 years of future operations.
For more information visit our website www.tasekomines.com
[http://www.tasekomines.com].
Role Overview
The Mine Maintenance Electrician plays a key role in maintaining the safe and
reliable operation of electrical systems. This includes the installation,
inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment and
infrastructure critical to mine operations.
Working both in the pit and shop complex, the Electrician supports production by
ensuring haul trucks, shovels, drills, pumps, substations, and shop facilities
operate with minimal downtime. The role requires strict adherence to safety
standards, regulatory compliance, and mine site policies, particularly given the
high-voltage systems and challenging environmental conditions common to
large-scale open-pit operations.
Core Responsibilities
- Strong focus on safety, the environment and contributing to a zero incident
workplace.
- Meeting production and maintenance goals.
- Performing electrical maintenance associated with electric drive haul trucks,
electric rope shovels, electric rotary drills, mine pumping, working on hv
distribution systems up to 69kv, crushing, milling and instrumentation.
- Working alongside various trades personnel on coordinating major overhauls.
- Contributing to the development of apprentices.
Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Inter-provincial Journeyman Trade Certificate.
Skills & Competencies
- Valid Canadian driver’s license.
- Preferred open pit mining experience relating to:
G.E Diesel/electric drive systems
Electric mining shovels
Power distribution and PLC control systems
- Industrial experience in other fields considered an asset.
The Community
- Williams Lake has a population of approximately 12,000 but services nearly
25,000 as it is a central hub for many outlying smaller communities
- Adult recreational leagues for many popular sports including hockey, soccer,
and softball
- A fantastic trail network for mountain biking, walking, and hiking
- Dozens of nearby lakes for fishing, paddling, and camping opportunities
- Close by cross country and downhill skiing venues
Compensation
At all Taseko locations, we pride ourselves on offering a challenging and
rewarding work environment. Our employees have the opportunity for career and
professional growth through development, education, and succession planning
programs.
Additionally, our compensation & benefits package includes competitive salaries
and vacation packages, health, dental, and disability insurance benefits, and an
RRSP matching program.
How to Apply
To apply for this exciting position and join our growing and dynamic
organization, apply via the Taseko website at www.tasekomines.com/careers/
[http://www.tasekomines.com/careers/] or by sending your resume and cover letter
to jobs@gibraltarmine.com [jobs@gibraltarmine.com].
Taseko is an equal opportunity employer who encourages applications from
candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
