Explore the potential of being part of something Clearly Essential!
Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com (https://www.compassminerals.com/) for more information about the company and its products.
We are currently hiring for Journeyperson Mechanics to join the maintenance team at our Underground Salt Mine in Goderich, Ontario.
Compass Minerals’ Goderich Salt Mine, located 1,800 feet under Lake Huron, is the largest underground salt mine in the world. The mine is as deep as the CN Tower in Toronto is tall. The rock salt produced at the mine is used to keep citizens in North America safe as they travel through winter snow and ice. The salt is shipped to hundreds of communities around the Great Lakes and along the St. Lawrence Seaway. Some of the salt is trucked to the Compass Minerals plant less than 4 kilometers away, to be packaged for distribution and sale at retailers in North America. The salt is also sold in bulk to manufacturers that make plastics, detergents, disinfectants and other important products. Goderich is named Canada’s Prettiest Town and is best known for its stunning sunsets. Goderich is a lakeside community of 8,000 people located approximately 1.5 hours from London and Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario.
How will you contribute to the team?
This position will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation work of mining infrastructure. The position will also be responsible for staffing the various fixed plant services on site.
- Install, maintain, and repair underground mining infrastructure, including conveyor systems, ore passes, chutes, crushers, feeders, screens, pump stations, and ventilation equipment.
- Conduct inspections, servicing, and adjustments on fixed plant assets both underground and on surface, ensuring optimal equipment performance and alignment with safety protocols.
- Perform mechanical repairs on hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems commonly used in underground mining operations.
- Assist with shaft, hoist, and loading pocket infrastructure maintenance where applicable.
- Complete equipment installations and rebuilds in confined and restricted underground spaces using appropriate tools, hoists, and rigging equipment.
- Respond to breakdowns and troubleshoot faults to minimize operational downtime.
- Maintain accurate work records, logs, and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Hoisting, Electrical, Mobile Maintenance, and Operations to support coordinated project execution and minimize disruption to mining activities.
- Follow all Occupational Health & Safety, Mining Regulations, and site-specific safety procedures, including lockout/tagout, ground control awareness, and ventilation protocols.
- Participate in safety meetings, hazard assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives
What should you bring to the role?
- High School Diploma plus one of the following valid trade licenses:
- 421A Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
- 425A Agricultural Equipment Technician
- 433A Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
- 310T Truck & Coach Technician
- 310S Automotive Service Technician
- Valid provincial Driver’s License.
- Experience working as a Mechanic or Millwright in the mining industry or a comparable heavy industrial, underground, or remote environment.
- Strong experience with hydraulic systems, including troubleshooting, servicing, and component replacements.
- Experience and/or CWB welding certification considered an asset.
- Red Seal Endorsement preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
What will you like about us?
- Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package along with medical, dental, vision, disability, employee assistance program, and much more.
- Prepare for your Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company match and contribution.
- Shared Core Values: Our employees share five Core Values in all we do: Integrity, Respect, Collaboration, Value Creation and High Performance.
- Safety: We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment as we strive toward Zero Harm for our employees, customers and communities.
- Meaningful Work: What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes. We responsibly transform Earth’s natural resources to deliver products that help keep people safe, feed the world and enrich lives.
- Growth and Development: Our development programs help our employees meet their personal growth goals and are a key driver in our company’s growth.
What is the work schedule?
- Currently, this is a Monday-Friday position working a rotating 8-hour shift schedule. Shift schedule is subject to change.
- This position is expected to work underground.
- If you do not live nearby, you will be required to relocate.
About this Opportunity
- Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
- Starting Base Wage: $52.09 per hour, subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Agreement.
- AI Disclosure: The Company does not use AI tools for initial resume screening; all final decisions are made by hiring managers.
Compass Minerals Canada Corp. is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. To request reasonable accommodations, email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).
