Turquoise Ridge - Autonomous System Technician

Nevada Gold Mines; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses and stock purchase plans

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines, Turquoise Ridge Operations, seeks an Autonomous System Technician to maintain the on-board autonomous system during the Automation Project and transition into operations. You will join the Autonomous Haulage team, applying new technology in a fast-paced environment and ensuring safe operation while coordinating with Turquoise Ridge Open Pit Operations, Technical Services and Maintenance.

You will calibrate on-board sensors (GPS, LiDAR, cameras, radar), install and configure

Qualifications

• Two years practical experience in surface or underground mining preferred.
• Autonomous systems experience is favorable.
• Demonstrated safety leadership and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Be trained and deemed competent in the operation of the Autonomous Haulage System.
• Operate the system safely and in accordance with OEM manual and safety standards.
• Collaborate with field and office personnel to support daily plan for installation and haulage.
• Identify issues or faults and report to supervision or partners.
• Maintain autonomous hardware to OEM standards and calibrate on-board sensors.

Skills

Autonomous systems experience

Safety leadership

Leadership

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Accredited secondary education

Trade Qualification in low/high voltage electrician

Heavy Equipment Technician

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Autonomous System Technician, you are responsible for the On-board system maintenance for the Autonomous System during implementation of the Automation Project and ongoing performance as the project transitions into operations additionally the completion of Autonomous Haulage training at Nevada Gold Mines, Turquoise Ridge Operations.

Job Purpose

As an Autonomous System Technician, you are responsible for the On-board system maintenance for the Autonomous System during implementation of the Automation Project and ongoing performance as the project transitions into operations additionally the completion of Autonomous Haulage training at Nevada Gold Mines, Turquoise Ridge Operations.

Joining the Autonomous Haulage team, you will be working with new technology, fast-paced team environment, supporting the implementation, which is dynamic and strives to meet a high standard of safe operation. Working in collaboration with site personnel and under the guidance of the Autonomous Maintenance Strategy Lead, you will be responsible for achieving safety and production targets, by enabling the effective operation of our Autonomous Fleet.

Supporting technical aspects of the Autonomous Systems, you will safely execute the daily operations plan while delivering optimized availability for utilization of the Autonomous Truck Fleet while coordinating with Turquoise Ridge Open Pit Operations, Technical Services, and Maintenance departments. You will take an active role in ensuring compliance to schedule and technology operating philosophies, driving a culture that not only conforms to company safety standards, but also seeks to continuously improve, Safety, operating efficiency and realize productive benefits of the implementation.

The role will carry the expectation of maintaining the equipment to the highest standard which will meet or exceed OEM recommendations. The AHS Technician will be responsible for maintaining positive working relationships with a cross section of hardware and software support professionals, to deploy and support the Autonomous Solution.

Responsibilities

• Be trained and deemed competent in the operation of the Autonomous Haulage System.


• Operate the system safely and in accordance with OEM manual and aligned to the Nevada Gold Mines safety standards.


• Collaborate with field and office personnel daily to support the execution of the daily plan for installation and productive haulage.


• Identify issues or system faults that are to be recorded and reported to supervision or supporting partners.


• Offer first response to truck faults and autonomous issues. Troubleshoot system issues and report to internal partners for escalation or support to solve the issues.


• Maintain autonomous hardware to OEM standard. Inspect autonomous hardware and base truck conditions, with calibration activities of on-board systems.


• Training and competency in autonomous application.


• Maintain base truck functionality to achieve physical availability which will include daily inspections and lube requirements.


• Primary technical liaison for mechanical support including In-field calibration of on-board sensors and components such as GPS, cameras, LiDAR, radar and communications systems.


• Install and configure hardware, electrical, and network technology systems on various Heavy Mobile Equipment assets post installation.


• Point of contact for technology software installation, configuration and troubleshooting.


• Develop and maintain in depth technical knowledge on the AHS system, operation, and support functions.


• Provide technical service advice and information to partners and to OEM representatives.


• Participate in scheduling the refueling of autonomous equipment and other maintenance or calibration activities with support of internal partners.


• Identify areas for optimization and performance improvement throughout the shift and communicated amongst the internal partners.


• Participate in the development of a training model, curriculum, and competency evaluation for Autonomous Operations and Maintenance at NGM.


• Provide input to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for autonomous equipment for safe operations.


• Utilize employee engagement tools to gauge perception and effectiveness of autonomous project communications.


• Promote open communication between all levels of the organization.


• Participate in evaluation of all technology solutions regarding safety and health risk, production risk, and sustained feasibility.


• Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible project implementation with all staff, consultants, and contractors.


• Ensure adherence to the project budget, forecasts, and reporting cadences.


• Other responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

Education

• Accredited secondary education previous years mining will be considered as experience, amount depending on nature and extent. Trade Qualification in low/high voltage electrician, Heavy Equipment Technician or other maintenance discipline.

Experience

• Two (2) years practical experience in, surface or underground mining departments under MSHA regulations or completion of a work study program with on-site exposure.


• Autonomous systems or operational experience is favorable.


• Demonstrated safety leadership capability for both self and team required.


• Excellent leadership, people, and communication skills to act as a “Change Agent” required.


• Exhibit outstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as organizational skills, and analytical skills required.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project required.


• Proficient with emerging technology adoption preferred; and


• Systems experience preferred.


• Ability to maintain a high standard of working ethics

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable


• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact


• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team


• An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining


• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless


• Access to a variety of career opportunities across Barrick locations

Qualified candidates who meet the required experience and technical criteria may be eligible for relocation assistance (for out-of-area hires) and/or a sign-on bonus upon joining Nevada Gold Mines.

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.