Leeville - Underground Electrician (Tech 4 or Higher)

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is hiring an Electrician I for the Underground Maintenance department in Elko, NV. The role supports a dynamic mining operation with a strong safety focus and a rotating schedule.

The position requires knowledge of electrical theory, troubleshooting, PLCs, motor repair, and the ability to read schematics and NEC guidelines. Work includes using Ellipse CMMS for work orders and ensuring quality, compliant maintenance.

Qualifications

• Proficient in electrical theory and troubleshooting.
• Able to read schematics, blueprints and data sheets.
• Experience with motor repair and electrical testing.
• Familiarity with PLC operation and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team member to support underground maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and motors in pursuit of safe operation.
• Read and interpret NEC guidelines, schematics, and data sheets.
• Create and update work orders in Ellipse and document job completion.
• Operate hoisting and control systems and ensure proper safety protocols.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Motor repair

PLC operation

Reading schematics

Tools

Ellipse CMMS

Blueprints

National Electric Code

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 Electrician I with our Underground 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 and Qualifications:

• Work as a team member.
• Works effectively with other crews and departments.
• Employee consistently follows all safety and company policies and procedures.
• Proficiently operates two types of support equipment.
• Maintains the ability to follow directions & to complete quality work.
• Employee maintains a high level of productivity and demonstrates ability to learn.
• Offers constructive solutions to problems and issues.
• Computer / Manuals - Create & research existing work orders in Ellipse, Opening and inserting job completion comments on work orders in Ellipse, Read, comprehend, and interpret technical data sheets, schematics, blue prints and instructional guides.
• Troubleshooting and Repair - Ability to understand and apply electrical theory in troubleshooting, demonstrate ability to apply math skills to the electrical trade.
• Programmable logic Controllers - Explain theory of operation of a PLC.
• Motors - Possesses basic motor knowledge to trouble shoot, repair, inspect and install electric motors, Perform basic motor alignment.
• Construction and Code - Read, comprehend, and interpret the National Electric Code select construction material, and install according to its guideline, Ability to install electrical systems including basic wiring, circuit installation, cables and switch gear up to 4160 volts, Demonstrate construction skills.
• Splicing - Make 4160 volt splice and terminate high voltage with supervision in a timely and workman like manner.
• Hoisting and Control - Explain operation of power feeds for hoists, Explain operation of Avtron drive control units, Explain operation of PLC control boxes, Explain operation of hoist control cubicles, Explain operation of hoist brake control panels, Explain operation of shaft control boxes, Explain operation of Tiley H.M.I. control desk, Explain operation of pneumatic brake system, Explain operation of digital hoist supervision cubicles, Explain shaft communications (Bells), Explain MSHA regulations for hoisting, Explain hoisting safeties, Document in log book.
• Power Distribution - Demonstrate knowledge of transformers and AC circuits, Demonstrate knowledge of electrical protective devices, Demonstrate understanding of power feed circuits to and from substation to all transformers, motor control centers, starters and motors, Ability to maintain power distribution systems, Ability to set up over current and short circuit protection devices.
• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role

The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

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Job Identification

239421

Posting Date

2026-09-10

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Category

Maintenance

Locations

Elko, NV, United States