Open Pit Driller — Dynamic Mining Operator

Careermine; Battle Mountain (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

401k plan

Paid time off

On-site clinics

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines in Battle Mountain, NV is seeking a Driller for the Phoenix Open Pit Operations to support our mining team. The role requires clean drilling areas, safety minded operations, and ability to work nights and days on a rotating schedule.

Candidate should have Nevada driver’s license and demonstrated teamwork, with strong communication skills. Prior surface drilling/blasting experience preferred, and heavy equipment experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Previous Surface Drilling/Blasting experience preferred.
• Valid Nevada driver's license required.
• 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.
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure drill area is properly cleaned before drilling and maintain an awareness of what is happening in work area - other traffic, machinery and plant, individuals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Surface Drilling

Blasting

Verbal Communication

Teamwork

Safety

Job description

Nevada Gold Mines in Battle Mountain, NV is seeking a Driller for the Phoenix Open Pit Operations to support our mining team. The role requires clean drilling areas, safety minded operations, and ability to work nights and days on a rotating schedule.

Candidate should have Nevada driver’s license and demonstrated teamwork, with strong communication skills. Prior surface drilling/blasting experience preferred, and heavy equipment experience is a plus.