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Mill Maintenance Electrician

  • Emo, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 15, 2026
  • 1 position

$118,000–$128,000 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
High school
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical equipment and systems supporting mill operations, while performing preventative and predictive maintenance to improve reliability and reduce downtime. Coordinate maintenance with operations and other trades, document work, follow safe isolation and lockout procedures, and report hazards and equipment issues.

Job details

Make an impact at an all-North American precious metals producer. New Gold is now part of Coeur Mining. Visit to learn more. Coeur Mining attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to: A stimulating values-based work environment A culture of collaboration and inclusion Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders Career development opportunities A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement A competitive total compensation program A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan About Coeur Mining Coeur Mining is a growing, all-North American precious metals producer with seven operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine and Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska, the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota, the Rainy River gold mine in Ontario, Canada, and the New Afton copper-gold mine in British Columbia, Canada. In addition, Coeur owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia. Coeur offers a flexible, hybrid work model and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and real opportunities to develop your career for those who want to grow alongside a company that is doing the same. Rainy River Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, 65 km northwest of Fort Frances, the Rainy River mine is an open pit and underground, gold and silver producing, residential mine site. The Rainy River mine, located adjacent to the Ontario/Minnesota border is 65 kilometers northwest of Fort Frances, Ontario and is situated half way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario The area is home to more than 130 species of birds and large populations of moose, black bear and deer. If you enjoy outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country then this is an area you will love to live and work in. Applicants who reside in Northwestern Ontario and have experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the Northwest Ontario, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the Impact Benefits Agreement (IBA) and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Ontario communities. (Indigenous) Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration. About The Role Position: Mill Maintenance Electrician Schedule: Shift 7/7 – 12 hour days and nights Position Reports To: Mill Electrical Supervisor Position Overview The Mill Maintenance Electrician is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electrical equipment and systems that support safe and reliable mill operations. Working within the Mill Maintenance Department, this role performs preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance to minimize unplanned downtime, maintain equipment reliability and support production requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with the Electrical Supervisor, other tradespeople and mill operations personnel to coordinate maintenance activities, respond to equipment issues and identify opportunities to improve equipment performance. This position requires sound technical judgment, effective communication and a strong commitment to safe work practices. Preference will be given to local residents of the Rainy River district. The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $118,000–$128,000. This employment opportunity is for an existing vacancy. Key Responsibilities Inspect, troubleshoot, repair and maintain electrical equipment and systems used in mill operations. Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to identify potential equipment issues and reduce unplanned downtime. Participate in developing and updating preventative maintenance schedules, procedures and objectives. Complete assigned work orders, documenting maintenance activities, findings, repairs and any required follow-up. Coordinate electrical maintenance activities with other tradespeople, mill operations personnel and project teams to support safe and efficient work execution. Support electrical work associated with equipment installations, modifications and construction projects, as assigned. Apply established safe work procedures, including equipment isolation and lockout requirements, when carrying out maintenance activities. Identify and report electrical hazards, equipment deficiencies and recurring maintenance issues to the Electrical Supervisor. Provide timely updates to the Electrical Supervisor on work progress, completion status and issues that may affect equipment availability. Contribute to departmental initiatives that improve safety, equipment reliability and maintenance effectiveness. Qualifications Grade 12 diploma or equivalent. Journeyperson Electrician certification with Red Seal endorsement. A minimum of five years of relevant electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or mining environment. Experience troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical equipment and systems. Instrumentation experience is considered an asset. Experience with Emerson DeltaV systems and/or programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is considered an asset. Basic computer proficiency; experience using SAP for maintenance work orders and records is considered an asset. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify equipment faults and determine appropriate corrective action. Ability to read and interpret elec trical drawings, schematics and technical documentation. Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and hazard identification. Ability to organize work, respond to changing priorities and complete assigned tasks with attention to quality and accuracy. Effective communication skills and the ability to coordinate work with supervisors, operations personnel and other tradespeople. Ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a maintenance team. Why Coeur? Highly competitive base salary, and a quarterly incentive program Extended Health & Dental Benefit Short-term and long-term disability insurance benefit Defined match contribution to group registered retirement savings account We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. Coeur Mining does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by Coeur Mining will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered. Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility Coeur Mining is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request. Additional Information Visit our LinkedIn Career Page or follow us on .

What you’ll do

Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical equipment and systems supporting mill operations, while performing preventative and predictive maintenance to improve reliability and reduce downtime. Coordinate maintenance with operations and other trades, document work, follow safe isolation and lockout procedures, and report hazards and equipment issues.

Requirements

Requires a Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, a Journeyperson Electrician certification with Red Seal endorsement, and at least five years of relevant electrical maintenance experience in an industrial or mining environment. Candidates should have strong troubleshooting skills, be able to interpret electrical drawings and technical documentation, and demonstrate safe work practices; instrumentation, Emerson DeltaV or PLC, and SAP experience are assets.

Benefits

  • Quarterly Incentive Program
  • Extended Health Benefits
  • Dental Benefits
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employer Matching Contributions to a Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan

Listed skills

  • Electrical troubleshooting · Preferred
  • SAP · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Predictive Maintenance
  • Corrective Maintenance
  • Industrial Electrical Systems
  • Equipment Repair
  • Electrical Drawings And Schematics
  • Hazard Identification
  • Lockout And Equipment Isolation
  • Work Order Documentation
  • Maintenance Coordination
  • Instrumentation
  • Emerson DeltaV
  • Programmable Logic Controllers
  • SAP

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Engineering
  • Manufacturing
  • Security & Safety

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