Senior E&I Plant Technician

Kinross Gold Corporation; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold Corporation seeks an experienced technician to modify, rebuild, and overhaul electronic and electrical equipment and controls at the Fort Knox site in Alaska. The role applies electrical theory to diagnose malfunctions and restore operation.

The position requires analyzing circuits, reading wiring diagrams, and planning repairs with attention to MSHA/OSHA safety standards. Candidates must be able to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; ability to read/write, do basic math, keep neat records.
• Solid knowledge of electrical theory.
• Strong attention to detail with minimum tolerances.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter with ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to shift, overtime, holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan procedures by determining replacement needs or materials and develop a logical approach to fix problems.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams, and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electrical devices and systems.
• Receive diagrams and instructions from supervisor and schedule repairs, installation, and inspections.
• Perform work requiring knowledge of electrical theory, codes, materials, and operation of equipment; start up/shut down per safety procedures.
• Service electronic equipment by testing and replacing faulty components and boards.
• Install, repair, and maintain communication and power distribution cables; splice as needed.
• Fabricate parts when not commercially available using hand and machine tools.
• Determine need for adjustments and overhauls; execute running repairs as required.
• Advise operators about potential electrical hazards and corrective actions.

Skills

Electrical theory

Reading wiring diagrams

Teamwork

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

Job Description

Modify, rebuild, or overhaul electronic and electrical equipment and controls. Apply knowledge of electric theory and electronic principles in determining equipment malfunctions and applies skills in restoring equipment to operation.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan details of working procedure by determining replacement needs or new material required and develop a logical approach to correct the problem.
• Analyze circuits, wiring diagrams and drawings to install, repair, calibrate, service, or replace electronic devices and systems.
• Receive wiring diagrams, specifications, and instructions from supervisor and schedule repairs, installation, and electrical inspection work to be performed.
• Perform work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical theory and principles, statutory codes, properties of materials, and principles of operation of electrical equipment. Start up and shut down equipment in accordance with company safety procedures for machine activation and shutdown and in line with MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) and OSHA requirements.
• Service electronic equipment by checking, testing, and replacing faulty components, circuits, printed circuit boards, and similar electronic devices.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains communication cables, power distribution cables. Splice pieces as required.
• Fabricate parts if not commercially available, using machine and hand tools common to the trade.
• Determine need for, analyze, and make necessary running adjustments, repairs, and overhauls.
• Advise and caution operators and mechanics about potential electrical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Notify supervisor of potentially dangerous electrical equipment noted and corrective action taken.
• Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
• Work safely in all areas, identify potential safety hazards, and work with management to correct hazards.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications And Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employees must have sufficient education to read and write, perform simple mathematics, and maintain neat and accurate records.
• Must have solid knowledge of electrical theory.
• High degree of attention, care, and precision working with minimum tolerances required.
• Must have solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
• Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the E&I supervisor.

Language Requirements

English

Travel Requirements

Travel not required, only exceptionally

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).