Electrician

Silver Opportunity Partners LLC; Kellogg (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Opportunity Partners LLC in Kellogg, Idaho, is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Electrician to maintain and repair mine electrical equipment, including switchgear, transformers, motors, VFDs, and instrumentation, with a strong emphasis on safety and reliability.

The role requires a high school diploma, mining/heavy industry maintenance experience, MSHA training, knowledge of electrical schematics, and CMMS proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated maintenance experience in mining or heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong diagnostic skills across electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, inspections, and maintenance on electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, and distribution panels from 12V DC to 13.8V AC.
• Diagnose and repair AC and DC motors, including motor control circuits and starters.
• Maintain and troubleshoot VFDs and soft-starters.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation devices such as proximity/level/pressure/flow sensors, and RTDs.
• Inspect, test, and repair electrical cables, terminations, and connections.
• Carry out preventive and predictive maintenance aligned with site strategy and OEM requirements.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Planners to optimize job planning and scheduling.
• Participate in RCA and DE processes for reliability improvements.
• Mentor apprentices and ensure work safety and compliance with MSHA/OSHA.

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Diagnostic skills

Electrical test equipment

Read electrical schematics

CMMS familiarity

MSHA training

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multimeter

Megohmmeter

CMMS software

Job description

Electrician

Silver Opportunity Partners LLC Kellogg, Idaho, United States

About this position

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE ELECTRICIAN

Overview of this role

We are seeking a safety-conscious and methodical Industrial Maintenance Electrician to join our Maintenance team. In this role, you’ll perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance tasks on a variety of mine electrical equipment, with a focus on safety, environmental stewardship, reliability, and continuous improvement. Your contributions will be integral to the success of the Asset Management function at Sunshine.

What you’ll do

• Perform troubleshooting, inspections, and maintenance on electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, and distribution panels from 12V DC to 13.8V AC,
• Diagnose and repair AC and DC motors, including motor control circuits and starters,
• Maintain and troubleshoot VFDs and soft-starters,
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation devices such as proximity/level/pressure/flow sensors, and RTDs,
• Inspect, test, and repair electrical cables, terminations, and connections,
• Carry out preventive and predictive maintenance activities aligned with the site maintenance strategy and OEM requirements,
• Perform project-related electrical maintenance duties which may involve an interface with external contractors for installation and commissioning of equipment,
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, parts used, and equipment condition in the site CMMS,
• Collaborate with Maintenance Planners and Supervisors to optimize job planning, parts availability, and scheduling efficiency,
• Participate in reliability improvement initiatives, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Defect Elimination (DE) processes,
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in safety, cost control, equipment performance, and work practices,
• Mentor apprentices and less experienced tradespersons, fostering a culture of safety and teamwork,
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with site policies, MSHA/OSHA regulations, and relevant standards,
• Work in a manner which fosters a culture of safety and collaboration.

What you’ll need

Required

• High school graduate or equivalent,
• Demonstrated experience in maintenance of mining or heavy industrial equipment (communication systems, transformers, switchgear, distribution panels, jumbo drills, bolters, locomotives, conveyors, crushers, hoists, pumps, compressors, or similar),
• Strong diagnostic skills with all types of electrical systems,
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment, such as multimeters and megohmmeters,
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical data,
• Basic computer skills (MS Office, maintenance software), and familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS),
• Proven commitment to safe work practices and risk management,
• MSHA 40-hour training upon commencement (or provide current 5000-23),
• Must pass physical and drug screen.

Preferred

• Technical certification or license in an electrical trade is an advantage but not required.

Preference will be given to candidates currently enrolled or having completed an electrical

• Process controls/instrumentation/automation/PLC experience is an advantage.

While performing the essential duties relating to this role, you’ll frequently be required to stand,

walk, and sit for extended periods, use hands to handle or feel objects and tools; reach with arms;

climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and communicate clearly with others.

This role requires you to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or

move up to 125 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision as well as the ability

to adjust focus. There is exposure to underground, surface, and workshop environments, with

requirement to work at heights, in confined spaces, noisy areas, and in varying weather conditions.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn as required.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to be

successful in this role.

This role is site-based, working on a shift or rotational schedule. This position may require work on

nights and weekends.