General Laborer I

GOLDEN QUEEN MINING COMPANY LLC; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Company Matching

PPO & HMO Health Insurance Plans

9 Paid Holidays

Vacation Accruals

Job summary

Golden Queen Mining Co., LLC is seeking a General Laborer near Mojave, California. This safety-sensitive role involves heavy lifting, working outdoors, and operating site equipment. You will support ore handling, sorting, and blast-related tasks within a hardworking team.

The position requires a strong safety mindset, ability to work on uneven ground, and reliable communication. Shifts are 10 hours, Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday, outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused candidate committed to safe working practices.
• Able to climb ladders and handle heavy lifting.
• Able to work outdoors in varying weather.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Willing to work 10-hour shifts on a 4-day schedule.

Responsibilities

• Distribute ore and contaminants using loaders or excavators.
• Sort materials on uneven ground and remove debris.
• Operate a loader and an excavator.
• Drive a 30-ton haul truck for blasting support.
• Collect samples and deliver to the laboratory.
• Clean up trash across the site.
• Assist the Drill/Blast technician as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety minded

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Description

General Laborer Job Description

Who We Are

Andean is a fast-growing precious metals producer operating across top-tier jurisdictions in the Americas. With two cornerstone assets — the San Bartolomé processing facility in Potosí, Bolivia, and the Soledad Mountain Project in Kern County, California — we are expanding our footprint and shaping the future of responsible mining.

Through Golden Queen Mining Co., LLC, we operate a modern gold and silver open-pit, heap-leach mine just outside Mojave. The site uses conventional open-pit mining, cyanide heap leaching, and Merrill-Crowe processing to recover gold and silver from crushed and agglomerated ore. This is mining at scale, powered by innovation, discipline, and a commitment to doing things the right way.

At Andean, our people are our most valuable resource and critical to our success. Our culture fosters inclusion, collaboration, and rewards success, positioning us to be the employer of choice in the communities where we operate.

Who You Are

You're a safety-minded worker who can handle heavy lifting and physical tasks. You're comfortable working on uneven ground and make sure the job gets done right and safely. You're adaptable and don't mind being outside all day, no matter the weather. You're good at communicating and solving problems, which helps you work well with others. You are focused on getting results and can finish projects without needing much supervision.

This is a safety sensitive position. As the General Laborer you report to the Drill and Blast Supervisor.

What You Do

• Distribute ore containing debris using a loader or excavator.
• Walk on uneven material to manually sort wood, metal, and other contaminants from the ore.
• Deposit contaminants into the loader bucket for disposal.
• Operate a loader and an excavator.
• Drive a 30-ton haul truck to transport stemming material for blasting.
• Collect sample bags and deliver them to the laboratory.
• Clean up trash across the property.
• Operate haul trucks or other assigned equipment.
• Assist the Drill/Blast technician.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Must prioritize safety at all times.
• Capable of climbing and descending equipment ladders multiple times per shift.
• Able to perform heavy lifting and engage in physical labor.
• Able to walk on uneven terrain for extended durations.
• Willing and able to work outdoors throughout the entire shift.
• Prepared to work in various weather conditions.
• Available to work Sunday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Saturday on a 10-hour shift schedule.
• Possesses strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Results-driven, a dependable team player, and capable of completing tasks with minimal supervision.
• A valid driver's license is required.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, which includes the following:

• 401K with Company Matching
• PPO & HMO Health Insurance Plans
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Accruals