Leeville - Geotechnician

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive compensation package

Bonuses and benefits

Stock purchase plans

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is looking for an Underground Engineering Technician at Leeville operations in Elko, Nevada. The successful candidate will provide technical support and QA/QC for all underground operations, ensuring safety and functionality.

If you have experience in blasting and explosives handling, hold a valid Nevada driver’s license, and have strong communication skills, we want you to join our diverse team. Enjoy benefits including bonuses and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous blasting experience preferred.
• Meet Federal and State eligibility requirements for handling explosives.
• Ability to carry at least 50 pounds required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective, timely delivery of technical support and QA/QC.
• QA/QC of ground support and strength testing.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot UG instrumentation.

Skills

Blasting experience

Valid Nevada driver’s license

Heavy equipment operating experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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

Position Description

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Underground Engineering Technician at our Leeville operations. 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 that meet or exceed our business goals in a safe, sustainable manner.

Responsibilities

• 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, troubleshooting, 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 for handling explosives.
• Valid Nevada driver’s 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 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.