Trade, Electrician (Mount Milligan)

Fort St. James, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$57 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Inspect, troubleshoot, test, maintain, and repair electrical equipment and systems supporting the mine’s mill, including motors, drives, switchgear, cables, controls, and distribution systems. Follow work orders, electrical codes, isolation and safety procedures, document work in the maintenance system, and coordinate with operations, maintenance, contractors, and other trades.

Job details

Become a valuable addition to Centerra's Mount Milligan Mine team Boost your career by joining an established organization Receive a competitive wage of $57.01 per hour About Centerra Gold Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide. Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors. For more information, please see our website. About Mount Milligan Mine Located approximately 155 kilometres northwest of Prince George in central BC, the Mount Milligan Mine is a conventional truck-shovel open-pit copper and gold mine and concentrator with a 60,000 tpd capacity copper flotation processing plant. Mount Milligan operates with comfortable camp accommodations equipped with private washrooms, TV, Wi-Fi, an onsite gym, and other recreational activities. Bus transportation to and from site is provided free of charge from several locations within the region. Mount Milligan promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site. About The Opportunity Mount Milligan is seeking a Trade, Electrician, who is responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, installation, and repair work common to a surface hard-rock mining and milling operation. The role supports the crushing, grinding, flotation, conveyor, electrical distribution, motor-control, and associated support systems required for safe and reliable mill operation. Key Responsibilities Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, test, and maintain electrical equipment and systems in the mill, shop, and field. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mill grinding equipment, motors, motor control centres, variable frequency drives, panels, switches, relays, circuit breakers, lighting, control circuits, and associated electrical apparatus. Troubleshoot, repair, and test high-voltage cables and safely diagnose electrical circuits using drawings, prints, and schematics. Install, maintain, and repair medium- and low-voltage switchgear, conductors, insulators, capacitors, controls, alarms, pressure switches, and related equipment. Execute work in accordance with work orders, drawings, permits, isolation requirements, electrical codes, site standards, and safe work procedures. Clearly document work performed, deficiencies identified, parts used, and recommended follow-up actions in the computerized maintenance management system. Maintain service vehicles, tools, test equipment, and work areas in safe and serviceable condition. Communicate equipment condition, job status, and operational risk to supervision and affected stakeholders. Actively participate in site safety activities, field-level risk assessments, inspections, continuous improvement, and reliability initiatives. Work collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance, Planning, Reliability, contractors, and other trades. About You Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Electrician certification is required. Three or more years of mining, milling, heavy industrial, or equivalent electrical maintenance experience is preferred. Experience working in a mill grinding environment is preferred. Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable electrical safety requirements. Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, manuals, and work instructions. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with a computerized maintenance management system such as SAP is considered an asset. Valid Class 5 driver’s license is required. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and reliable equipment performance. Practical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven safety and attendance record. Working Conditions Camp-based role working 12-hour days on a 7 day on/7 day off rotation with accommodation provided during rotation. Exposure to indoor/outdoor environments, heavy equipment, noise, and moving parts. PPE always required. Safety-sensitive environment with zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy. Bus transportation provided from regional locations. About The Benefits As a member of Centerra's Mount Milligan team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation structure based on experience, skills, and qualifications. You'll also gain access to some incredible benefits, including: Tax-free travel allowance commensurate with the distance required for travel Extended group health, dental, vision, and travel insurance Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D Company-sponsored RRSP with company match Employee & family assistance program Healthcare spending account Reimbursements on work gear and equipment Quarterly incentive bonus Employee share purchase plan with company match Parental leave top-up program Professional development within the organization Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development. If you have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!

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Requirements

An Interprovincial Red Seal Industrial Electrician certification and a valid Class 5 driver’s license are required; three or more years of relevant mining, milling, heavy industrial, or equivalent electrical maintenance experience is preferred. Candidates should know the Canadian Electrical Code, be able to interpret electrical drawings and schematics, communicate effectively, troubleshoot independently and collaboratively, and demonstrate a strong safety and attendance record.