Carlin - Process Maintenance Electrician (Tech 4 or Higher)

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k retirement plan

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Electrician (Tech 4 or Higher) in the Carlin Process Maintenance department. The role requires performing electrical repairs, inspections, preventive maintenance, and installations across plant systems, while complying with safety regulations.

The position involves working nights/days on a rotating schedule, using Ellipse for work orders, and applying knowledge of PLC, DCS, VFDs and instrumentation to support reliable operations in a major gold-producing complex.

Qualifications

• Electrical repairs, installations, inspections and preventive maintenance of electrical lines, machinery and equipment.
• Understand and interpret instrumentation data sheets, schematics, P&IDs, blue prints and instructional guides.
• Proficiency withMicrosoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Load and run equipment-specific software and procure parts using Ellipse.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team member.
• Perform electrical repairs, installations, inspections and preventive maintenance of electrical lines, machinery and equipment throughout the plant.
• Comply with State and Federal safety and environmental regulations and Newmont policies and procedures.
• Perform Technician 3 duties proficiently.
• Read and interpret NEC and install/maintain circuits up to 15 kV.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, instruments, and devices.
• Demonstrate knowledge of PLC/DCS basics and ladder logic.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Electrical installations

Preventive maintenance

Instrumentation understanding

Microsoft Office

Tools

Ellipse

PLC

DCS

VFDs

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!

Position 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 Electrician (Tech 4 or Higher) in our Carlin Process 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

• Works as a team member.


• Perform electrical repairs, installations, inspections and preventive maintenance of electrical lines, machinery and equipment throughout the plant.


• Comply with State and Federal safety and environmental regulations and Newmont policies and procedures.


• Perform all Technician 3 duties proficiently.


• Works as a team member.


• Computer manuals - Create and research existing work orders in Ellipse. Read, comprehend, and interpret instrumentation data sheets, schematics, P&IDs, blue prints and instructional guides. Demonstrate basic knowledge of computers. Demonstrate the ability to load and run equipment-specific software. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, & Power point). Use Ellipse to procure parts from warehouse and review and enter equipment history.


• Construction and code - Read, comprehend, and interpret the National Electric Code and install and maintain according to this guideline. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of installation and design of electrical equipment circuits up to 15 KV. Possess basic construction skills. Possess basic conduit fitting and layout skills (run rise offset, laterals, and saddles).


• Troubleshooting and repair - Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems including basic wiring, circuit installation, cables and switch gear up to 15 KV. Troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and install lighting fixture, welders, grinder and power tools. Possess basic knowledge of control systems. Troubleshoot and repair field instruments and devices.


• Programmable logic controllers - Demonstrate general knowledge and theory of operation for a PLC. Demonstrate basic troubleshooting and repair of PLC and associated auxiliary components. Identify components of a PLC and their function. Navigate ladder logic and identify faults. Demonstrate general knowledge of DCS and auxiliary components.


• Variable frequency drives - Demonstrate general knowledge and theory of a VFD. Troubleshoot and repair VFD and demonstrate knowledge of associated components. Identify components of a VFD and their function. Navigate the programming screen and identify faults.


• Motors - Possess basic motor knowledge to troubleshoot, repair, inspect and install electric motors. Demonstrate general knowledge of motor control starters and associated components.


• Instrumentation and process control - Demonstrate general knowledge of flow, pressure, temperature, level, PH, and devices. Demonstrate general knowledge of control loops - automatic, manual, and cascade. Effectively troubleshoot and repair process instruments. Demonstrate general knowledge of process circuits, and their interaction with the process control instruments. Demonstrate general knowledge of control valves. Maintain accurate documentation and effective communication for installations, calibrations, and modifications of instruments.


• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.


• Proficiency in all required areas (internal) or equivalent experience (external).


• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role

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 and copper mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol \"B\" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol \"ABX\".

About The Team

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.