Goldstrike - Open Pit Maintenance Technician

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

401k retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision plan

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their team at the Goldstrike site in Elko, Nevada. This role involves routine maintenance of mobile and mining equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations. Candidates should have a basic understanding of mechanics and a commitment to safety. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Two plus years of experience in maintenance of mobile or support equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Proven safe work record and ability to follow safety protocols.
• Experience handling tires preferred.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine maintenance activities for mining equipment.
• Perform daily inspections and participate in hazard identification.
• Maintain shop areas and service vehicles for safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanics knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatics knowledge

Effective communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Safe work record

Physical stamina

Team player

Safe work record

Job description

Goldstrike - Open Pit Maintenance Technician

Position Description: Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Maintenance Technician in our Goldstrike Surface Maintenance department. 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

• Complete routine maintenance activities for the purpose of ensuring the availability and safe functioning of large mining, support equipment fleets
• Maintain shop areas, tooling and service vehicles to ensure a clean and safe work environment
• Perform daily pre-shift work inspections and participate in individual and group hazard identification processes
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Two (2) plus years of experience in maintenance of mobile, farm, trucking, aircraft, military or support equipment preferred
• Basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics required
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision required
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people required
• Experience handling tires preferred
• Ability to accomplish strenuous physical labor under all weather conditions required
• Lift at least 50 lbs. 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, and support team in attainment of safety, environmental, equipment protection and production goals with a proven safety record required
• Housekeeping standards are maintained to a high level required
• Good written and verbal communication skills required

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Mining