Turquoise Ridge - Open Pit Tire Technician

Careermine; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Paid time off

Company match program

Company clinics

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an Open Pit Tire technician for Turquoise Ridge operations in Winnemucca, NV. The role focuses on tire maintenance for mine equipment and fleet safety in a live mining environment.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years maintenance experience, basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics and pneumatics, and the ability to work safely with minimal supervision in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tires on mine equipment, vehicles and light duty fleet.
• Maintain correct air pressures and tread depths.
• Inspect and replace worn tires with replacements.
• Repair tires as needed and safe to operate.
• Ensure fleet availability and safe functioning of equipment.
• Keep shop areas clean and safe for others.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections and hazard checks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanics basics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Safety-focused

Communication

Team player

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Description:

Are you a maintenance professional who is looking for career growth with a multifaceted mining company? Nevada Gold Mines has the job for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Open Pit Tire technician at our Turquoise Ridge operations.

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:

• Maintain all tires on mine equipment, including passenger light vehicles and all off road vehicles
• Maintaining correct air pressures and tread depths
• Inspecting and removing worn or failed tires and installing replacement tires
• Repairing all repairable tires
• Complete routine maintenance activities for the purpose of ensuring the availability and safe functioning of large mining, support equipment fleets
• Maintain shop areas, tools, and service vehicles to ensure a clean and safe work environment
• Perform daily pre-shift work inspections and participate in individual and group hazard identification processes
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Two (2) plus years of experience in maintenance of mobile, farm, trucking, aircraft, military or support equipment preferred
• Basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and pneumatics required
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision required
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people required
• Experience handling tires preferred
• Ability to accomplish strenuous physical labor under all weather conditions required
• Lift at least 50 lbs. required
• Proven safe work record with belief and value seen in courageous leadership model required
• Ability to be an initial team member in a growing, fast paced environment, and support team in attainment of safety, environmental, equipment protection and production goals with a proven safety record required
• Housekeeping standards are maintained to a high level required
• Good written and verbal communication skills 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 colleagues.
• 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.

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: Winnemucca, NV, United States