Senior Mining Equipment Training Specialist

Marigold Mining Company; Valmy (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Training Specialist to lead hands-on and simulator training for operators of hydraulic shovels, electric shovels, and production loaders in a busy open-pit mining operation.

The role reports to the Training Supervisor and focuses on safe, efficient equipment operation and documentation. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of field experience operating heavy mining equipment, proven coaching skills, and familiarity with MSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of practical operating experience with open pit mining equipment.
• Extensive operating experience with hydraulic shovels, electric shovels, and production loaders.
• Experience with shovel cable handling and safe cable moving procedures.
• Experience with shovel cleanup and dig face management.
• Experience operating motor graders, track dozers, and rubber tire dozers.
• Experience providing equipment training, coaching, and operator evaluations.
• Familiarity with mine equipment SOPs, safe operating procedures, and MSHA requirements.
• Experience with training documentation and operator competency assessments.
• Experience with equipment simulators preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on training for operators on hydraulic shovels, electric shovels, and production loaders.
• Train operators on loading techniques, truck spotting, shovel positioning, and loading efficiency.
• Develop and update equipment SOPs and training materials.
• Conduct field observations and operator evaluations to ensure safe operation.
• Coordinate training activities with Operations Supervisors and the Training Department.
• Assist with simulator and refresher training and competency assessments.
• Complete required training documentation and operator sign-offs.
• Identify areas for improvement and provide coaching as needed.

Skills

Hydraulic shovel operation

Electric shovel operation

Production loader operation

Shovel cleanup procedures

Dig face management

Cable handling

Operator evaluations

Communication skills

Documentation

MS Office skills

Safety focus

Training versatility

Job description

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Training Specialist to lead hands-on and simulator training for operators of hydraulic shovels, electric shovels, and production loaders in a busy open-pit mining operation.

The role reports to the Training Supervisor and focuses on safe, efficient equipment operation and documentation. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of field experience operating heavy mining equipment, proven coaching skills, and familiarity with MSHA standards.