Phoenix - Environmental Technician

Nevada Gold Mines; Battle Mountain (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401k with employer contribution

Paid time off

Company-sponsored clinics

Employee matching program

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Environmental Technician to join the Phoenix operation in Battle Mountain. You will collect environmental data and samples, support environmental compliance reporting, and provide administrative support within the Environmental Team.

We offer a generous benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401k with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored clinics, and a company match share purchase program.

Qualifications

• Certificate in science/engineering or degree in science preferred.
• Experience with hydrology data collection, databases, field instrumentation and electronics preferred.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others required.
• Strong computer skills including PowerPoint, Word & Excel required; experience with LiveLink, Oracle, MonitorPro preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect environmental data and samples necessary for environmental compliance reporting.
• Use instruments and equipment to gather data and conduct monitoring.
• Conduct inspections required by various compliance programs.
• Ensure accurate documentation of sample collection and data.
• Manage analytical data within the MonitorPro databases.
• Provide training for site personnel, where necessary.
• Travel to remote areas of the site and collect samples and monitoring data.
• Troubleshoot sampling equipment, pumps, weather stations, transducers.
• Courier samples to and from site.
• Communicate with Environmental Team and external stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Data collection

Field data collection

Time management

Education

Science/Engineering certificate or degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

LiveLink

Oracle

MonitorPro

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in becoming part of a company whose vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people?

Position Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in becoming part of a company whose vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people?

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Environmental Technician to join our Phoenix operation in Battle Mountain. The successful candidate will collect environmental data and samples necessary for environmental compliance reporting. They will also provide administrative support within the Environmental Team.

At Nevada Gold Mines 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. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities

• Collect environmental data and samples necessary for environmental compliance reporting.
• Use a variety of instruments and equipment to gather data and conduct monitoring.
• Conduct inspections required by various compliance programs.
• Ensure accurate documentation of sample collection and data.
• Manage analytical data within the MonitorPro databases.
• Provide training for site personnel, where necessary.
• Travel to remote areas of the site and collect samples and monitoring data.
• Troubleshoot sampling equipment, pumps, weather stations, transducers.
• Courier samples to and from site.
• This position requires fluid communication within the Environmental Team and with external stakeholders outside of the group.
• This position requires the ability to regularly walk over uneven, sloped, rocky, wet or icy ground and the ability to lift 50 or more pounds consistently and safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide confidential administrative support for the Environmental team
• Prepare confidential documents and presentations.
• Electronic filing
• SAP Management
• Provide budget support for accruals, forecasting and invoicing.
• Attend meetings and document minutes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certificate in science/engineering or degree in science preferred
• Previous experience in hydrology data collection, databases, field instrumentation and electronics preferred
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with others required
• Strong computer skills including experience with PowerPoint, Word & Excel required, experience with systems such as LiveLink, Oracle, and MonitorPro preferred
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors throughout the year, with little supervision in remote areas required
• Ability to handle vehicles and navigate dirt roads making decisions to prevent property damage and safety events required
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 lbs required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with various levels of employees required
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously required
• Ability to drive results and ensure completion of time sensitive deadlines 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 colleague.
• 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.

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 an 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.