NOC 84100 — Underground mine service and support workers

TEER 4 · Labour (on-the-job training) · Not eligible for Express Entry (CEC/FSWP)

Underground mine service and support workers perform a range of duties related to the operation of orepasses, chutes and conveyor systems, the construction and support of underground structures, passages and roadways, and the supply of materials and supplies to support underground mining. They are employed by coal, metal and non-metallic mineral mines.

Main duties

Operate and maintain ore chutes or conveyor systems to control flow of ore or coal in underground mine
Operate construction equipment such as bulldozer, grader or backhoe to build and maintain underground passages and haulageways
Construct and repair wood or metal supports and structures such as bulkheads, platforms, drift doors and chutes using construction and mining tools
Attach and extend ventilation and water pipes and related mine services
Assist miners in setting up and operating various drills and other mining machinery
Supply and maintain backfill distribution of sand, rock or other materials
Operate diesel or electric track haulage equipment such as ore trains to distribute personnel and supplies and to convey ore from orepass to primary crusher or skip
Maintain supply storage areas and maintain equipment and supplies such as explosives, drill bits, fire extinguishers, lamps and batteries
Perform routine maintenance of machinery.

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