Electrician - Dragline, Drills and Shovels

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose and repair electrical issues on: 
  • Draglines (walking systems, hoist/drag motors, control systems) 
  • Electric shovels (crowd, hoist, swing systems)
  • Blast hole drills and auxiliary equipment
• Maintain and troubleshoot:
  • DC and AC drive systems
  • Motor generator (MG) sets or solid-state drive systems
  • PLC and relay-based control systems 
• Perform inspections and maintenance on trailing cables, cable reels, and high-voltage connections
• Work safely on and around high-voltage systems (typically 4,160V – 13.8kV)
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot: o Substations, transformers, switchgear, and breakers
• Perform switching procedures and assist with energization/de-energization
• Ensure proper grounding, bonding, and grounding system integrity
• Conduct scheduled inspections and PMs on:
  • Motors, control cabinets, braking systems, and electrical rooms
• Identify wear, heat damage, and early failure indicators
• Utilize testing equipment (megger, infrared, etc.) to prevent failures
• Install and repair:
  • Cable splices, terminations, and junction boxes
  • Lighting systems, sensors, and communication lines
• Perform emergency field repairs to restore production quickly and safely
• Assist in rigging and positioning of cables and electrical components 
• Document all repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities
• Report equipment conditions and recurring issues to supervisors
• Communicate clearly with operations to minimize downtime