Process Operator

I-80 Gold Corp.; Nevada; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

i-80 Gold Corp is seeking a Process Operator to safely operate carbon leach and heap leach processes at Lone Tree Mine, Valmy, NV. You’ll monitor equipment, adjust flow rates, and support maintenance to keep operations efficient and compliant.

A high school diploma or GED is preferred; the role requires day and night shifts, independent work, and training new hires while upholding safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Operate one or more unit processes in a mining environment.
• Monitor and adjust reagent, water and slurry flow rates.
• Demonstrate safety leadership and environmental awareness.
• Document logs and reports accurately; mentor new hires.

Responsibilities

• Operation of one or more-unit processes.
• Reagent mixing and handling.
• Monitoring equipment performance.
• Controlling reagent, water and slurry flow rates.
• Checking pumps and valves.
• Safety leadership within a team and environmental awareness.
• Maintaining documentation, logs and reports.
• Training and mentoring new hires.
• Cooperate with maintenance to ensure equipment is in good condition.
• Inform supervisors of safety or operational issues.

Skills

Process operation

Forklift operation

Independent work

Safety leadership

Shift flexibility

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: Process Operator

i-80 Gold Corp is seeking a candidate to fill the position of Process Operator. This position requires safe and efficient operation of one or more processes to achieve defined operating targets. These processes Carbon leach circuit, heap leach pad duties, operating heavy equipment, control room operation.

Location

Lone Tree Mine, 29100 Lone Tree Mine Road, Valmy, Nevada

Responsibilities

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Operation of one or more-unit processes
• Reagent mixing and handling
• Monitoring equipment performance
• Monitoring and controlling reagent, water and/or slurry flow rates
• Checking pumps and valves
• 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 a process operator preferred
• Ability to operate a semi-automated circuit preferred
• Experience operating forklifts and/or mobile equipment
• The ability to work both day shifts and night shifts
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision