Journeyman Carpenter

Job No: PVG202010416
Location: Northwestern, BC

Welcome to the Brucejack Mine!

We are Pretivm – a Canadian mining company, headquartered in Vancouver, BC, owns and operates the high-grade underground Brucejack gold mine located 65 kilometres north of the town of Stewart in northern British Columbia. Commercial production was announced July 2017 and in 2020 the mine produced over 347 thousand ounces of gold at an All In Sustaining Cost of US$981 per ounce of gold sold. In 2020 Pretium generated over US$369 million of free cash flow. Brucejack is one of the largest and highest-grade gold mines globally and as of January 1, 2021 has Proven and Probable mineral reserves of 3.9 million ounces of gold (14.4 million tonnes grading 8.3 grams per tonne gold). Pretium trades on the TSX and NYSE under the ticker symbol "PVG".

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring a safe, comfortable and diverse working environment. We are working closely with our neighbours – the local communities and First Nations - to provide employment.

About the Opportunity:  

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Journeyman Carpenter to join the Brucejack Mine in Northwestern, British Columbia.

This position is located at Pretium Exploration Inc.'s "Pretivm" Brucejack site at Knipple Camp. The position’s primary report is to the Access Road & Lower Camps Superintendent or designate.

Job Purpose and Accountability:

The purpose of the Carpenter position is to ensure that all assigned constructions projects complies with building codes in accordance with Project permits, policies and standards.

Responsibilities:

Perform the following duties, with safety being the number one priority:

  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements
  • Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools
  • Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials
  • Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems
  • Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, molding and hardware
  • Maintain, repair and renovate residences and wooden structures in mills, mines, industrial plants and other establishments
  • May supervise apprentices and other workers
  • May prepare cost estimates
  • Participate in any other site-specific training
  • Maintain, all tools utilized within the scope of the position
  • Other relevant duties as required

Qualifications:

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:

  • Valid inter-provincial Red Seal Carpenters certification trade qualification complimented
  • Valid driver’s license for any vehicle that may be utilized for the job
  • A minimum of 3 years or more of progressively related experience in a mining or industrial setting

Skills:

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:

  • Experience as a qualified carpenter
  • Certification in workplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS)
  • Certification in Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG)
  • Strong knowledge of regulations regarding building codes
  • Strong knowledge of safety procedures within the construction field
  • Detail and results oriented with the ability to adhere to shifting priorities and deadlines

Additional Information:

  • Work at remote location (camp) 13 days on 13 days off 2 travel days.
  • Able to pass a pre-employment medical screening
  • Must be able to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift
  • Be able maintain high levels of performance over 12-hour shifts
  • Able to work in areas of extreme weather conditions
  • Able to work in close quarters with the team
  • Pretivm promotes a drug and alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing

What we can offer you:

We are committed to ensuring that all of our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable camp accommodations, as well as balanced meals prepared by our culinary team. 

Team members can expect access to TV and wifi, our on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities. 

All of our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
  • Extended medical benefits and wellness coverage.

It is important to note that the wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING NEW CHALLENGE JOIN PRETIVM AND THE BRUCEJACK MINE TODAY!

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