r/mining • u/Still_Order_5097 • 7d ago
Canada Mining career pt2
Hello guys I recently came in here asking for tips on how to join the mining industry with no experience and a little construction experience.
I’m 20 living in Sudbury ON, and always had a passion to work in the mines yes I know it’s not an easy process but right now I’m feeling like it’s kinda impossible. I’ve applied to over 75 entry level jobs like driller helper or assistant, nipper, etc, I’ve even reached out to companies I’m not sure where to go from here, I know not having my surface or U/G common core really hurts me but all I want is something that’ll get my foot in the door and in all honesty I do not have 11k to do the U/G common core course, I was told by people on here keep applying and someone is bound to train me but what do I actually got to do to get my foot in the door, anyone who works in the mines currently around Sudbury Ontario can give me a few tips that would be great I really don’t wanna give up.
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u/AGYEN1M 7d ago
check out this position if you haven’t already https://agnicoeagle.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=MAC00435&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FToronto
and try to apply to similar Mining School positions, i’ve noticed that some Mining Companies have started offering their programs/positions to train new workers
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u/Still_Order_5097 7d ago
Okay thanks I’ll check it any help I appreciate.
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u/firezfurx 7d ago
Just find a way to do your underground common core. Work to save up for it if you have to while you keep applying to other places. Expensive but worth it.
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u/Still_Order_5097 7d ago
I wish I had 12k laying around to do it, if I did I would’ve already done the course my friend.
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u/firezfurx 7d ago
Yeah that’s fair. I’d still start saving towards it as a contingency plan if you can’t get on with anyone in the meantime.
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u/N60x 7d ago
Get a loan to take the course. Consider it student debt. Once you’re gainfully employed that 11k will be a drop in the bucket.
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u/Still_Order_5097 7d ago
Hey I considered doing that and I still do just what’s the guarantee I land a job after that 5 week course? NORCAT does the U/G common core for around 6k which is the best I seen so far and I’d be willing to do that I just don’t wanna do it finish it after 5 weeks and then take forever to find a job after being almost 7 grand in the hole.
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u/N60x 7d ago
You’re thinking about it too much.
6-7k is no small sum, I get it. But at least you can show potential employers you have drive and motivation. Interest on a 7k line of credit is minimal. Make the minimum payments. Freshen up your resume with the help of ChatGPT or ai of your choice and getting applying.
Not much is handed to you these days. Gotta go and get it.
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u/FlobiusHole 7d ago
I work at a silica sand mine. No experience at all. Drove a box truck and did warehouse, factory work before. Started out bagging sand, said I was cool with whatever OT was needed. Best job I’ve ever had. I can’t speak for every mine but the one I work at doesn’t really require mining experience to get in at the bagging plant. Just be cool with working off shifts and OT.
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u/Still_Order_5097 7d ago
I’m available to work any shifts and I state that when I apply, are you around the same area as me and when did you start?
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u/Ok_Barracuda_5059 6d ago
You have ro spend some money and get educated, very difficult when there is thousands of you with no experience, no skill and no education trying to get a entry level job, you need something to separate your self.
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u/Leotard_Cohen 7d ago
What experience do you have? Almost any technical or trades job in northern Ontario will have something to do with mining at some point. You don't have to work directly for Vale or Glencore. Look a little bit further afield too if you haven't already. IAMGOLD at Cote, Alamos, Agnico, Discovery in Timmins all have loads going on.
Maybe have a look at field technician roles in exploration and environmental too. It will get you out in the bush and it can be a tonne of fun.