Turquoise Ridge - RCM Technician

Careermine; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking an RCM Technician to support Turquoise Ridge Operations. The role involves field data collection on vibration and temperatures, weld inspections, thermographic surveys, and root cause analysis to maintain equipment life and reliability.

You will work in a safety-forward environment with opportunities to apply NDT methods and data analysis, contributing to a robust maintenance program and long-term asset health.

Qualifications

• 5+ years mill maintenance experience in processing plants preferred.
• Vibration Analysis Level II preferred.
• Equivalent Level II NDT skills incl. UT/MT/PT Level II and welding knowledge preferred.
• Basic electrical knowledge of fixed equipment preferred.
• Proficient in reading, writing and maths; knowledge of algebra and trig preferred.
• MS Office and SAP proficiency preferred.
• Validated safe work record required.
• Ability to work in a team-based maintenance organization required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field measurements of vibration, temperatures and operating equipment.
• Promote and advance NDT programs with new procedures and equipment.
• Conduct root cause failure analysis and communicate findings.
• Analyze vibration data to identify issues like unbalance or bearing wear.
• Carry out weld inspections and thickness testing as needed.
• Document findings in oral or written reports and initiate corrective actions.
• Monitor and trend condition parameters on plant rotating equipment.

Skills

Vibration analysis

NDT skills

Root cause analysis

Weld inspections

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

SAP

Teamwork

Safety culture

Tools

NDT equipment

Job description

Nevada Gold mines is seeking an RCM Technician at Turquoise Ridge Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for field collection vibration data, participating in weld inspections, thermographic surveys, root cause analysis, and other activities associated with determining the condition of equipment and ensuring long life and proper maintenance.

At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. 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.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs field measurements and data collection on vibration levels, temperatures, and other operating equipment.
• Promotes and advances the NDT program, incorporating new procedures and equipment
• Performs Root Cause Failure Analysis and communicates findings.
• Performs an intermediate level analysis of the vibration data, looking for potential problems such as unbalance, incipient bearing failure, misalignment, etc.
• Performs other activities such as weld inspections and thickness testing as needed.
• Communicates the findings, either orally or in written reports for the record, and ensures appropriate action is taken to properly maintain equipment.
• Condition parameters on plant rotating equipment to allow the condition to be evaluated and trended.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• 5+ years Mill maintenance mechanical experience preferably in a processing plant with crushing, grinding (including SAG circuits), conveying, flotation, thickening, concentrate and filtering unit operating environments preferred
• Vibration Analysis Level II certification preferred
• Equivalent of Level II NDT technical skills, including equivalent of UT, MT, PT Level II certification, welding knowledge and certification, basic maintenance planning skills preferred
• Basic electrical knowledge about fixed equipment preferred
• Proficient in reading, writing, and mathematics required, knowledge of basic algebra and some knowledge of trigonometry preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP preferred
• Validated safe work record required
• Ability to work in a team-based maintenance organization required

The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

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 Nevada Gold Mine locations
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
• 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 Nevada Gold Mines

Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.5%) and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (38.5%), combining their significant assets across Nevada to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world and realize the full potential of these mines through synergies and best-in-class operational improvements.

The massive mining operation comprises 8 mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities that produced an estimated 4 million ounces of gold in 2018. Three of these assets are Tier One gold mines: Barrick's Cortez; the combination of Barrick's Goldstrike and Newmont Goldcorp's Carlin; and the combination of Barrick's Turquoise Ridge and Newmont Goldcorp's Twin Creeks. In addition, Barrick's Goldrush-Fourmile project has the potential to become the fourth Tier One asset in this portfolio. The new JV is expected to generate around $5 billion in cost savings over the next five years. Nevada Gold Mines is operated by Barrick.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.