Job Summary:

The primary role of a Jumbo Operator is to set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo, to drill and blast in a safe manner.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Visually inspect, sound, scale and wash down work area, check for bootlegs and missholes, flags lifters, adds or repairs vent tubing.
• Assess ground conditions at the face and implement ground control according to site requirements
• Extend grade and center line, mark face for drilling and circle bootlegs, maintain hanging wall and foot wall control in junction with geologist.
• Capable of jackleg and/or stopper drilling as needed.
• Determine location, spacing, depth and inclination of holes.
• Perform minor repairs, such as changing striker bars, couplings, water tubes and hose clamps.
• Complete daily log books on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor.
• Load, prime, time, connect and test blasting circuit.
• Place guards at all entrances to the blast, blast according to project standards and remove guards after blasting.
• Maintain working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner

• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage

• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Knowledge/ Skills Required:

• Ontario Basic Hard rock Common Core 

• 5 years or more experience with Jumbo Drill machine in mining field

• Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.

• Ability to multi task and work effectively

• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently

 Health and Safety:

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment

• Following Company health and safety standards and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions to Supervisor

• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Drug Test

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