Mobile Equipment Operator

Northern NV Jobs; Golconda (NV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

i-80 Gold Corp is seeking an Equipment Operator for our Granite Creek site to safely and efficiently operate one or more pieces of equipment to meet defined operating targets. The role includes switching between machines, monitoring performance, and maintaining clean records.

Responsibilities include promoting safety, logging all data, assisting maintenance to minimize downtime, and mentoring new hires. A High School Diploma or GED is preferred, with the ability to work day or night shifts and

Qualifications

• Operate one or more pieces of equipment to meet targets.
• Switch between multiple machines per shift.
• Promote safety and environmental awareness in all tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more pieces of equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and logs.
• Change between multiple pieces of equipment each shift.
• Promote safety leadership within the team and environmental awareness.
• Ensure documentation, logs, and reports are up to date.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in work areas.
• Conduct training and mentorship to new hires.
• Assist maintenance to keep equipment in optimal condition.
• Inform coworkers and supervisors of safety or operational issues.
• Work with coworkers in a friendly and respectful manner.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Equipment operation

Forklift operation

Mobile equipment

Shift work (day/night)

Independent work

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Us: At i-80 Gold, we are committed to establishing Nevada’s next leading mid-tier gold producer, underpinned by exceptional performance and a people-centered culture where every employee can contribute meaningfully. Our development plan encompasses five gold projects, including both open pit and underground mines—supported by three processing streams: the refurbishment of an autoclave processing facility, construction of a CIL plant, and a large-scale heap leach facility. This environment presents a valuable opportunity to expand your skillset and advance your career. For more information about i-80 Gold please visit our website: www.i80gold.com.

Who are we?

Join us during this period of rapid growth within a collaborative, small team setting with a flat organizational structure, guided by our core values: care, integrity, respect, collaboration, and excellence.

Position: Equipment Operator

i-80 Gold Corp is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Equipment Operator for our Granite Creek site. This position requires safe and efficient operation of one or more processes to achieve defined operating targets. These processes may include hauling, equipment operation, and screening.

Location:

Granite Creek Mine, 6750 Getchell Mine Road, Golconda NV

Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Operation of one or more pieces of equipment
• Monitoring equipment performance
• Change between multiple pieces of equipment each shift
• Demonstrating effective safety leadership within a team environment and promoting environmental awareness in all work or task related duties
• Ensuring required documentation, logs, and reports are up to date and complete
• Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping in work areas
• Conduct training and provide mentorship to new hires
• Working with and assisting the maintenance team (as required) to ensure equipment is in optimal operating condition to avoid unnecessary downtime or delays
• Promptly informing co-workers and supervisors of any recognized safety or operational issues
• Working with co-workers in a friendly and respectful manner
• Performing other duties as required

Qualifications

• Prior mining experience strongly preferred
• Skilled ability as an equipment operator preferred
• Experience operating forklifts and/or mobile equipment
• The ability to work both day shifts and night shifts
• Able to work independently and complete task with minimal supervision
• Prior haul truck experience preferred.