NGM - Autonomous System Technician

Nevada Gold Mines; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan

401k retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee clinics

Employee share purchase

Career opportunities

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking an Autonomous Systems Technician in Elko, Nevada. This role requires operating and maintaining the Autonomous Haulage System while collaborating with team members for effective operations. Ideal candidates should have experience in dispatching roles within mining and possess strong communication and leadership skills. A comprehensive compensation package is offered, including medical benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Two years of practical dispatching experience in an open pit mining environment.
• Five years of experience in surface or underground mining under MSHA regulations preferred.
• Demonstrated safety leadership capability.
• Demonstrated safety leadership capability.
• Excellent leadership, people, and communication skills as a Change Agent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Systems experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain high standards of ethics.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Autonomous Haulage System safely.
• Collaborate with field and office personnel for effective operations.
• Identify and troubleshoot system faults.
• Identify faults and report to supervision or partners.
• Provide first response to truck faults and autonomous issues; troubleshoot with internal partners.
• Maintain autonomous hardware to OEM standard; inspect hardware and base truck conditions.
• Training and competency in autonomous applications.
• Maintain base truck functionality with daily inspections and lubrication.
• Serve as primary technical liaison for mechanical support including GPS, cameras, LiDAR, radar and communications.
• Install and configure hardware, electrical and network systems on heavy equipment post-installation.
• Act as point of contact for software installation and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of AHS system operations and support.
• Provide technical service advice to partners and OEM reps.
• Schedule refueling and other maintenance with internal partners.
• Identify optimization opportunities and communicate across teams.
• Contribute to training models, curricula, and competency evaluation for Autonomous Operations.
• Contribute to SOP development for autonomous equipment safety.
• Support project communications and assess safety/health and production risk.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance during implementation.
• Adhere to project budget, forecasts and reporting cadences.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technology adoption

Tools

Microsoft Office

GPS Systems

LiDAR

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 Autonomous Systems Technician to join our team. The successful candidate is responsible for the on‑board system maintenance for the Autonomous System during implementation of the Automation Project and ongoing performance as the project transitions into operations, as well as the completion of Autonomous Haulage training at Nevada Gold Mines, Cortez Operations.

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

• Be trained and deemed competent in the operation of the Autonomous Haulage System.
• Operate the system safely and in accordance with OEM manual and aligned to the Nevada Gold Mines safety standards.
• Collaborate with field and office personnel daily to support the execution of the daily plan for installation and productive haulage.
• Identify issues or system faults that are to be recorded and reported to supervision or supporting partners.
• Offer first response to truck faults and autonomous issues. Troubleshoot system issues and report to internal partners for escalation or support to solve the issues.
• Maintain autonomous hardware to OEM standard. Inspect autonomous hardware and base truck conditions, with calibration activities of on‑board systems.
• Training and competency in autonomous application.
• Maintain base truck functionality to achieve physical availability which will include daily inspections and lube requirements.
• Primary technical liaison for mechanical support including in‑field calibration of on‑board sensors and components such as GPS, cameras, LiDAR, radar and communications systems.
• Install and configure hardware, electrical, and network technology systems on various heavy mobile equipment assets post‑installation.
• Point of contact for technology software installation, configuration and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain in‑depth technical knowledge on the AHS system, operation, and support functions.
• Provide technical service advice and information to partners and to OEM representatives.
• Participate in scheduling the refueling of autonomous equipment and other maintenance or calibration activities with support of internal partners.
• Identify areas for optimization and performance improvement throughout the shift and communicate amongst the internal partners.
• Participate in the development of a training model, curriculum, and competency evaluation for Autonomous Operations and Maintenance at NGM.
• Provide input to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for autonomous equipment for safe operations.
• Utilize employee engagement tools to gauge perception and effectiveness of autonomous project communications.
• Promote open communication between all levels of the organization.
• Participate in evaluation of all technology solutions regarding safety and health risk, production risk, and sustained feasibility.
• Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible project implementation with all staff, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure adherence to the project budget, forecasts, and reporting cadences.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years practical experience in a dispatching role, preferably in a position in the open pit mining environment required.
• Five (5) years practical experience in, surface or underground mining departments under MSHA regulations preferred.
• Autonomous systems or operational experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated safety leadership capability for both self and team required.
• Excellent leadership, people, and communication skills to act as a “Change Agent” required.
• Exhibit outstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills, and analytical skills required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project required.
• Proficient with emerging technology adoption preferred; and
• Systems experience preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of working ethics 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.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Us

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world‑class and life‑long gold and copper assets in the industry – including six of the world’s Tier One gold mines – Barrick’s operations and projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long‑term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “B” and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “ABX”.

About The Team

Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold‑producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.