Leeville - Underground Miner

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401k plan

Paid time off

Company clinics

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Underground Miner to join the Leeville Underground Operations in Elko, NV. The role focuses on safely operating mining equipment, performing preop checks, and complying with safety policies in a dynamic team environment.

Candidates must be able to work a rotating schedule, adhere to regulatory requirements, and contribute to a safety‑conscious, high‑performing team. Nevada Gold Mines emphasizes value, diversity, and career growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• Operate various hand, powered or mobile mining equipment safely.
• Comply with Loss Control, Environmental and company policies.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work a rotating night/day schedule.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment to meet production goals.
• Perform pre-operation inspections on equipment.
• Follow lock-out/tag-out and PPE requirements for tasks.
• Monitor conveyors and other processes to ensure safe operation.

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 Miner to join our Leeville Underground Operations teams.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most values 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:

• Safely operate various pieces of hand, powered or mobile equipment to meet site production goals.
• Comply with Loss Control (HSLP), Environmental, and NGM policies and procedures.
• Comply with state and federal health and safety regulations.
• Teamwork.
• Work Practices.
• Perform preop inspections on all pieces of equipment and machinery prior to use.
• SKILLS - 8 OF 11 ARE REQUIRED. OF THE 8, TRUCKING AND UTILITIES ARE MANDATORY.
• Haul Truck Operation * Demonstrate the requirements to perform a proper heading inspection. - Demonstrate the ability to perform preoperational checks - Demonstrate the ability to suppress airborne dust as required. - Demonstrate the ability to receive muck in a safe and efficient manner. - Demonstrate knowledge of safe ramp travel with regards to traffic and pedestrians - Demonstrate the ability to dump muck in a safe and efficient manner
• Backfill haulage and placement
• Rockbreaker optional
• Conveyor Operation * Demonstrate the requirements to perform a proper heading inspection. - Demonstrate the ability to perform pre operational checks - Demonstrate the ability follow the required lock-out/tag-out procedure - Demonstrate the ability to identify worn or defective components - Demonstrate knowledge of the required PPE for all aspects of the task - Demonstrate ability to monitor conveyor while in operation - Demonstrate the requirements to clear plugged chutes in a safe and efficient manner.
• Slickline * optional - Demonstrate the requirements to perform a proper workplace inspection - Demonstrate the ability to perform pre operational checks - Demonstrate the safe start up of the slickline - Demonstrate knowledge of the lock-out / tag out procedure - Demonstrates securing and proper placement of the mixer truck - Demonstrate the ability to recognize workplace hazards - Demonstrate the ability to shut down, wash out and clean up slickline safely.
• Water Truck Operation
• Dewatering - sumps/pumps operation
• Wash Bay Operation
• Utilities
• Nipper
• 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.

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.

Posting Date 2026-03-03

Job Schedule Full time

Job Category Underground Mining

Locations Elko, NV, United States