Conveyor Mechanic

Key Responsibilities

• Install and assemble conveyor structures, frames, rollers, belt storage units, stacking systems, and vertical/horizontal belt interfaces as tunnelling progresses.
• Align and tension conveyor belts to ensure smooth operation, especially through curves, steep gradients, and long tunnel runs.
• Support expansion of the belt line as tunnelling advances, including adding belt storage segments and installing booster drives.
• Conduct regular inspections on belts, drives, rollers, take‑up units, pulleys, and belt tracking systems.
• Identify wear, damage, misalignment, or mechanical issues and perform corrective maintenance to prevent downtime.
• Perform belt splicing, patching, and replacement of worn components.
• Maintain booster drives, hydraulic tensioning systems, and drive motors for long‑distance conveying.
• Monitor belt performance during mining operations and adjust belt speed, tension, and alignment as needed.
• Maintain the conveyor interface inside the TBM backup system, ensuring efficient loading of muck onto the belt.
• Work with TBM mechanics and operators to synchronize conveyor output with TBM production rate.
• Support muck extraction logistics, including preventing blockages, spills, or carryback.
• Follow all Ontario OHSA tunnelling safety requirements, including confined‑space procedures, ventilation rules, and underground hazard mitigation.
• Ensure safety guards, emergency stop systems, and communication devices are functional.
• Maintain clean work areas along the conveyor line, storage caverns, and TBM conveyor deck.
• Complete maintenance logs, inspection reports, repair records, and parts usage forms.
• Communicate mechanical issues promptly to shift supervisors, TBM crews, and maintenance leads.
• Coordinate with logistics and electrical teams during belt extensions or shutdowns.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program in Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) or equivalent experience (typically 3–4 years).
• Industrial Mechanic/Millwright trade certification (voluntary in Ontario but preferred).
• Belt technician or conveyor‑specific training (vulcanizing/splicing) is an asset.
• Valid Ontario safety training: Working at Heights, WHMIS, Confined Space, and Lockout/Tagout (as required).
• Strong understanding of conveyor system components: rollers, drives, pulleys, belt storage units, tensioners, and booster drives.
• Experience with belt splicing, mechanical repairs, gearbox maintenance, and tensioning systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, conveyor schematics.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment (asset), and alignment instruments.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, steep grades, long tunnels, and noisy environments.
• Comfortable performing physically demanding tasks and working extended shifts underground.
• Familiarity with muck removal logistics and TBM support systems.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, especially under time‑sensitive conditions during TBM production.
• Clear communication within multi‑disciplinary tunnelling teams.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a rotating shift crew.

What We Offer

• This is a unionized role; therefore, the salary will be the according to the Schedule and Group per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Why OTG?