Cortez - Process Maintenance Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision plan

401k with employer contribution

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Career growth opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Process Electrical and Instrumentation Technician at our Cortez operation. You will safely perform preventive maintenance, install and troubleshoot power distribution centers, switchgear, motors, process controls and instrumentation in a dynamic mining environment.

The role requires reading blueprints, working with PLCs and VFDs, and the ability to work rotating night and day shifts. A strong safety record and collaboration with maintenance teams are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years electrical/instrumentation experience
• Reads blueprints and troubleshoots electrical/instrumentation circuits
• Able to work with minimal supervision and follow instructions
• Some experience with PLC controls, troubleshooting, and VFDs preferred
• Willing to work rotating night/day shifts

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively perform preventive maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of power distribution centers, switchgear, motors and controls, process controls and instrumentation
• Must be willing to work shifts, overtime, and callouts
• Perform other duties as assigned

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

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Process Electrical and Instrumentation Technician at our Cortez operation. The successful candidate will safely and effectively perform preventive maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of power distribution centers, switchgear, motors and controls, process controls and instrumentation. 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. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities

• Safely and effectively perform preventive maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of power distribution centers, switchgear, motors and controls, process controls and instrumentation
• Must be willing to work shifts, overtime, and callouts
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience performing electrical and instrumentation duties required. May substitute two (2) years of trade school or equivalent training for two years of the required experience
• Ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot electrical/instrumentation circuits is required
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, follow instructions, and provide feedback is required
• Some experience with PLC controls, troubleshooting and programming as well as experience with variable frequency drives is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of this job required
• Capable and willing to work with maintenance and operational teams required
• Good safety record and ability to work with various safety programs required
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role required

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.

Qualified candidates who meet the required experience and technical criteria may be eligible for relocation assistance (for out-of-area hires) and/or a sign-on bonus upon joining Nevada Gold Mines.