Well Pump Installer; Vanderhoof
Listed on 2026-06-20
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, General Labor
Location: Vanderhoof
BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc (“Artemis”). Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with a strong financial capacity aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions. The Company’s current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia, approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver.
The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in January
2025 and commercial production was declared on May
12025. Artemis Gold trades on the TSX‑V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit
Location: Blackwater Mine site
Schedule: Two (2) weeks on – Two (2) weeks off rotation
Employment Type: Permanent
Reporting to: Supervisor – Infrastructure
Responsibilities- Install, service, and repair water well pumping systems and related equipment.
- Use various methods for installation or removal, ranging from simple hand operation to complex pump pulling rigs and hoists capable of lifting 50tons or more.
- Lower pumps, piping, and cables into wells using hoists, derricks, or pump rigs.
- Connect water lines to buildings and distribution systems.
- Prime and test systems to ensure proper water flow and pressure.
- Configure pump controls and pressure settings for productive operation.
- Ensure installations meet local plumbing, electrical, and groundwater regulations.
- Pull existing pumps and drop pipe from wells safely using lifting equipment.
- Diagnose causes of pump failure or poor system performance.
- Remove damaged components: pumps, motors, wiring, pipe sections, check valves.
- Inspect well casing and components for wear, corrosion, or contamination.
- Replace outdated or failed systems with properly sized equipment.
- Reinstall piping, wire connections, and safety components.
- Test replacement systems for leaks, amperage draw, pressure, and flow rate.
- BC well installer certification.
- Minimum 3,000 hours of experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work at a remote location camp on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.
- Comfortable working and living in close quarters with the team.
- Ability to maintain high levels of performance over 12‑hour shifts.
- Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift.
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
- Paid Time Off
- RRSP Matching
- Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
- Disability Insurance Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Program
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law.
We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.
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