Electrical & Instrumentation Supervisor

First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

First Majestic Silver Corp-Jerritt Canyon Gold is seeking an Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Supervisor based in Elko, Nevada. This role includes leading maintenance activities for electrical and instrumentation systems while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 5-8+ years of experience in a mining environment and a strong background in electrical systems. Leadership experience is preferred. Join us to drive excellence in maintenance operations.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within mining environments.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Familiarity with maintenance planning and work management systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the electrical & instrumentation maintenance activities.
• Plan and prioritize maintenance work to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical guidance for troubleshooting electrical issues.

Skills

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems knowledge

Instrumentation experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Trade certification or associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

About Jerritt Canyon

The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.

The Opportunity

The Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating electrical and instrumentation maintenance activities at Jerritt Canyon. This role provides frontline leadership to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical, control, and instrumentation systems across site operations.

Working closely with Maintenance, Operations, and Technical teams, the E&I Supervisor drives maintenance execution, supports troubleshooting and reliability improvements, and ensures compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of Electrical & Instrumentation technicians, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established standards.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign maintenance work to support operational requirements and minimize equipment downtime.
• Provide technical guidance and support for troubleshooting and resolving complex electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues.
• Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance programs to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Ensure all electrical and instrumentation work complies with applicable safety standards, codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Planning and Operations teams to schedule and execute planned work.
• Support building scopes of work for operational and strategic demands.
• Participate in hiring, performance management, and employee development to build and retain a high-performing team.
• Review and approve work orders, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation within maintenance systems (e.g., SAP).
• Collaborate with underground mining maintenance, operational, and contractor teams in supporting electrical and instrumentation functions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Monitor maintenance performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Train, coach, and develop team members to build technical capability and promote a strong safety culture.
• Support installation, commissioning, and optimization of new electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Maintain effective communication with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on priorities and execution.
• Assist in managing contractor activities related to electrical and instrumentation work.

The above responsibilities are representative and may not include all assigned duties.

Education And Experience

• Trade certification or associate degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5‑8+ years of experience in electrical and instrumentation maintenance within mining or heavy industrial environments.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems, instrumentation, PLCs, and industrial control systems.
• Experience in troubleshooting complex electrical and control system issues in an industrial setting.
• Familiarity with maintenance planning and work management systems (e.g., SAP).
• Knowledge of applicable electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop team members.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and deliver results in a dynamic operational environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.