Carlin - Open Pit Advanced Helper

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401k retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Company-sponsored medical clinics

Job summary

A dynamic mining company in Elko, Nevada seeks an Advanced Helper for the Carlin Surface Maintenance department. The role involves operating forklifts and cranes, conducting preventative maintenance, and working collaboratively with various teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in equipment operation and basic computer skills. The company offers a comprehensive compensation package including healthcare, retirement plans, and opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Basic computer skills for work order management.
• Understanding of hydraulic systems in equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance on machinery.
• Operate forklifts and cranes for material handling.
• Change hydraulic pumps as necessary.
• Collaborate effectively with various teams and departments.

Skills

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Basic Ellipse skills

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Advanced Helper in our Carlin Surface Maintenance department. At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Responsibilities And Qualifications

• Work as a team member.
• Actively pursue development of self and others.
• Preventative Maintenance: change oil in all compartments, grease the machines, install filters.
• Equipment Operation: operate forklifts, operate overhead cranes – identify and understand crane control, verify capacity of equipment used to make the pick, inspect audible and visual alarms, inspect area of actual pick, obtain proper rigging for lift, select proper picking points, proper attachment of rigging, use a tag line if needed, use proper controls for lift, maintain proper positioning during pick, inspect, clean and return crane control to storage area.
• Computer/Manuals: identify correct parts in parts book, read and understand service manual, have basic Ellipse skills, build and close work orders.
• Work effectively with other crews.
• Work effectively with other departments.
• Demonstrate safe and environmentally sound work practices.
• Respect others' work styles and ideas.
• Hydraulic: change pumps.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution and employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Nevada Gold Mines

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.