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Jackleg Miners & Stoper Bolters

  • BC, Canada
  • ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada is seeking multiple experienced Jackleg Miners / Stoper Bolters to support underground development and ground-support activities. Candidates must be experienced with handheld pneumatic drilling equipment and committed to safe, productive underground work.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate jackleg and stoper drills.
  • Perform jackleg drilling for underground development and rehabilitation work.
  • Drill holes and assist with installation of ground support using stoper equipment.
  • Perform scaling and inspect headings/work areas for loose ground and other hazards.
  • Install ground support according to mine plans and site requirements.
  • Set up and maintain air/water lines, hoses, drills, and associated equipment.
  • Conduct pre-operational inspections and report equipment deficiencies.
  • Assist with underground construction, services, and general mining duties as required.
  • Maintain safe and organized work areas.
  • Follow all Thyssen Mining and site-specific safety procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Previous underground hard-rock mining experience.
  • Proven experience operating jackleg and/or stoper drills.
  • Experience with underground ground support and rehabilitation.
  • Valid Underground Common Core/certifications applicable to the project.
  • Strong knowledge of underground hazards and safe drilling practices.
  • Mechanically inclined and comfortable troubleshooting pneumatic equipment.
  • Physically capable of performing demanding underground work.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
  • Exposure to underground mining projects across North America.
  • Opportunity to build experience toward professional engineering designation.

Apply online through our careers page or submit your resume to the Recruitment Team.

Thyssen Mining is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Jackleg Miner/Stoper Bolter is responsible for operating pneumatic drilling equipment to perform underground development, rehabilitation, and ground support installation. They must also conduct safety inspections, maintain equipment, and ensure work areas are organized and hazard-free.

Requirements

Candidates must have previous underground hard-rock mining experience and proficiency with jackleg and stoper drills. A valid Underground Common Core certification and the physical ability to perform demanding underground work are required.

Skills

  • Jackleg drilling
  • Stoper drilling
  • Ground support installation
  • Scaling
  • Pneumatic equipment maintenance
  • Underground safety procedures
  • Hazard identification
  • Hard-rock mining
  • Equipment inspection
  • Troubleshooting
  • Teamwork
  • Communication

Benefits

  • Mentorship
  • Professional development opportunities

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Categories

  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Energy
  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Jackleg Miner
  • Stoper Bolter
  • Underground Mining
  • Pneumatic Drilling
  • Ground Support
  • Rehabilitation
  • Scaling
  • Hard-rock Mining
  • Underground Common Core
  • Safety Procedures
  • Construction
  • Mining Operations
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Drilling
  • Hazard Assessment

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