Journeyperson Welder, Mobile Maintenance

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Job Title: Journeyperson Welder, Mobile Maintenance

Reporting directly to the Superintendent, Mobile Maintenance, the Journeyperson Welder is responsible for performing fabrication, repair, and maintenance work on mobile and fixed equipment to support safe and reliable mining operations. This role requires a strong technical background in welding and metal fabrication, a commitment to quality workmanship, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic mine-site environment.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

Maintenance & Repairs

- Execute preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on a wide range of mining and support equipment, including haul trucks, loaders, excavators, dozers, drills, and fixed components, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

- Perform technical inspections and diagnostics to identify issues and verify equipment integrity, minimizing downtime and supporting continuous operations.

Fabrication & Welding

- Fabricate, repair, and modify steel structures, guards, frames, piping, and mobile equipment components both in-shop and in the field, delivering high-quality workmanship under challenging conditions.

- Interpret and apply blueprints, schematics, and welding process specifications to ensure precision and compliance with engineering standards.

Safety & Compliance

- Champion Skeena’s strong safety culture, actively contributing to a zero-incident workplace through adherence to all safety protocols and best practices.

- Ensure all welding and fabrication work meets CWB standards and company quality specifications.

- Maintain compliance with mine site safety procedures, including confined space and hazard control requirements.

Team Support & Mentorship

- Provide guidance and mentorship to apprentices and junior tradespeople, fostering a collaborative environment and promoting skill development within the team.

Documentation & Reporting

- Accurately complete work orders, maintenance logs, and inspection reports, ensuring clear communication and traceability of all maintenance activities.

Additional Duties

- Perform other tasks as assigned to support mobile maintenance and operational requirements, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications:

- Must Possess an Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyman Welder Certification

- Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence

- A CWB certification in all positions for GMAW and SMAW is preferred.

Experience / Skills

- Minimum 5 years of experience in mining, heavy industrial, or construction environment.

- Experience with mobile equipment repairs, structural fabrication, and field maintenance preferred.

- Familiarity with mine site safety protocols and confined space procedures is an asset.

- Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Effective team player who can jump in wherever is needed

- Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem-solving abilities

- Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others

Work Location & Conditions

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena’s Travel Policy.

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and wet conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.

Compensation

The expected hourly range for this position is CAD $55-$60, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.