Goldrush- Geotechnological Technician

Socket.dev; Crescent Valley (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus benefits

Stock purchase plans

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Underground Engineering Technician to support the Engineering Department by delivering timely technical support and QA/QC for underground operations. The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaborative problem-solving in a complex mining environment.

Key duties include QA/QC of ground support systems, installation and maintenance of underground instrumentation, and participation in safety audits and training to ensure compliant, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with underground QA/QC and ground support testing required or preferred.
• Must meet federal and state eligibility requirements for handling explosives.
• Valid Nevada driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective, timely delivery of technical support and QA/QC for underground needs by enabling the Engineering Department Support Group.
• QA/QC of ground support (shotcrete and CRF strength testing, bolt pulls, gradation analyses, shotcrete slump testing).
• Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and reporting of underground instrumentation.
• Participation in safety audits, training, and scheduling.
• Maintenance of all testing records, both paper and digital formats.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-minded

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Underground Engineering Technician. The successful candidate will ensure effective, timely delivery of technical support and QA/QC needs for all underground needs by enabling the Engineering Department Support Group to deliver results meeting or exceeding our business goals in a safe, sustainable manner.

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.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Senior Geotechnical Engineer, the Underground Engineering Technician is responsible for the following:

• Ensure effective, timely delivery of technical support and QA/QC needs for all underground needs by enabling the Engineering Department Support Group to deliver results meeting or exceeding our business goals in a safe, sustainable manner.
• QA/QC of ground support (shotcrete and CRF strength testing, bolt pulls, gradation analyses, shotcrete slump testing)
• Installation, maintenance, trouble shooting, and reporting of UG instrumentation.
• Participation in safety audits, training, and scheduling.
• Maintenance of all testing records, in both paper and digital format.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous Blasting experience preferred
• Meet Federal and State eligibility requirements on handling explosives required
• Valid Nevada drivers’ license required
• Explosive handling experience, especially in a mining environment preferred
• Heavy equipment operating experience preferred
• Ability to carry at least 50 pounds required
• Excellent verbal, written, and radio communication skills required
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team required
• Satisfactory safety, performance, and attendance records required

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.