Apprentice, Light Vehicle Mechanic

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About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Red Chris

Our Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit our Virtual Open House

At Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.

Purpose

Our Red Chris operation is now recruiting for the position of Apprentice, Light Vehicle Mechanic with a competitive hourly rate of $44.30, dependent on experience and certifications.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Mobile Maintenance (Auxiliary Equipment), this apprenticeship position provides structured trade training in the Automotive Service Technician trade under the SkilledTradesBC apprenticeship program and the applicable Collective Agreement.

The role supports the development of competencies in inspecting, diagnosing, servicing, maintaining and repairing light vehicles and support equipment at Red Chris Mine, while progressing through required technical training and qualifying work based hours toward Red Seal certification.

Accountabilities 

Perform trade-specific work under supervision to develop Red Seal competencies:

• Diagnose, service, maintain and repair light vehicles and light duty support equipment, including pickup trucks, crew buses and utility vehicles.

• Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance, including fluid changes, brake service, tyre rotations and filter replacements.
• Diagnose and repair engine, fuel, ignition, emission and exhaust systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems, including charging, starting, lighting, control modules and vehicle communication networks.

• Diagnose and repair driveline, steering, suspension, braking and wheel end systems.

• Service and maintain climate control, comfort and accessory systems.
• Read and interpret technical service information, wiring diagrams and OEM repair procedures.
• Use diagnostic scan tools, multimeters and precision measuring equipment to verify system operation.

• Perform predelivery inspections, road readiness checks and road tests to verify repair quality.
• Identify and document warranty eligible repairs in accordance with OEM guidelines.

• Accurately document work completed in SAP/CMMS, including labour hours and parts used.

Maintain safety, compliance and site standards

• Comply with all Newmont safety standards, policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

• Follow safety critical procedures, including confined space, permit-to-work and lockout/tagout, without exception.

• Stop work where conditions present an immediate threat to health or safety.
• Report hazards, near misses and incidents immediately.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety meetings, hazard assessments, JHAs and incident investigations. 
• Participate in Visible Felt Leadership (VFL) interactions and safety observations.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in work areas and workshops.
• Handle and dispose of automotive fluids, batteries and hazardous materials in accordance with environmental requirements.
• Meet fatigue management and fitness for duty requirements.

Fulfill apprenticeship and training requirements

• Complete all assigned LMS training within required timeframes.
• Attend and successfully complete scheduled technical training blocks at designated institutions.
• Maintain an accurate training logbook documenting competencies achieved and hours accumulated.
• Communicate progress, concerns and training needs to the Supervisor/Lead and the Apprenticeship Training Team Lead.

Contribute to workplace culture and community

• Support a respectful, inclusive workplace consistent with Newmont values.
• Support Tahltan Nation community engagement and reciprocity activities, where appropriate.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Registered or eligible for registration as an Automotive Service Technician apprentice with SkilledTradesBC.
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence (or equivalent).
• Successful completion of the Newmont pre-employment assessment as part of the apprenticeship selection process, with demonstrated automotive mechanical aptitude supported by relevant work history or completion of a recognised Foundation program.
• Ability to work a two-week on / two-week off rotation (14 x 12hour days).
• Ability to safely perform the physical demands of the role in shop and field environments, including lifting, bending, working in confined spaces, and performing outdoor field repairs in all weather conditions.
• Basic computer proficiency for diagnostic scan tools, SAP/CMMS work order entry, and LMS training systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to attend technical training blocks at institutions away from the home site (approximately seven weeks per block).
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and continuous learning.

Desired Attributes:

• Focus on health, safety and the environment.
• Communicate effectively.
• Influence.
• Build relationships.

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.

 The expected hourly rate for this role is CA$44.30 . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!

As per the Collective Agreement all position within the agreement must be posted as per Article.18.01 (a) Job vacancies will first be awarded to the senior qualified employee within the department, through an expression of interest process. (b) Vacancies will remain posted for a period of fourteen (14) calendar days. Postings may exceed fourteen (14) calendar days or be re-posted if successful candidates are not found.