Cortez - Process Maintenance Technician

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Stock purchase plans

Medical benefits

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employer matching

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Process Maintenance Technician to join the Process team. The role involves maintenance and repair of processing equipment, with a focus on preventive upkeep across mills, gear boxes, pumps, and conveyors.

A safety-first mindset and ability to work rotating shifts are essential for this growing operation. Our team values collaboration, continuous improvement, and delivering reliable processing performance within a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• One or two years’ millwright experience in a mining or industrial field preferred.
• Knowledge of computer operation preferred.
• Safety-conscious with ability to work with minimal supervision

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of processing equipment following manufacturers’ requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance on Ball and SAG mills, gear boxes, agitators, pumps, screens, and conveyors.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned to support the Process team

Skills

Millwright

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Nevada Gold Mines is looking for a Process Maintenance Technician to join the Process team.

Position Description

Nevada Gold Mines is looking for a Process Maintenance Technician to join the Process team.

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. Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Process Maintenance Technician. As part of the team, the successful candidate will be a team player adding to our already, diverse, yet rewarding working environment. The ideal candidate will possess a background in process mining and metals.

At Nevada Gold Mines 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

The successful candidate should possess machinist/millwright skills and a background in preventive maintenance is preferred. Responsibilities will include maintenance and repair of processing equipment in accordance to manufactures requirements. Other duties as assigned. Perform preventative maintenance and repairs of Ball and SAG mills, gear boxes and agitators, centrifugal pumps, vibrating screens, process crushing and conveying maintenance, perform crushing and conveying maintenance on equipment including, but not limited to: cone, gyratory, and jaw crushers and several types and configurations of conveyor belting structures, both fixed and mobile; and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• One or two years’ millwright experience in a mining or industrial field preferred
• Knowledge of computer operation preferred
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and work with minimum supervision required
• Ability to stay alert and recognize possible hazardous conditions required
• Proven safe work record with belief and value seen in courageous leadership model required
• Ability to be an initial team member in a growing, fast paced environment required
• Knowledge of state and federal health and safety regulations required
• Ability to recognize possible hazardous conditions required
• 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 bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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.