Turquoise Ridge - Water Treatment Plant Operator

Careermine; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plan

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Company-sponsored clinics

Job summary

Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a Water Treatment Plant Operator to join the Turquoise Ridge Process Operations team in Winnemucca, NV. You will operate, monitor, and maintain the water treatment plant and collection system, perform laboratory analyses, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires multi-skilled abilities, calibration and sampling, and the ability to work a rotating nights/days schedule. A strong safety mindset and proficiency with MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of metallurgical, laboratory and processing analyses preferred.
• Ability to collect samples, process and report results accurately required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) required.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions required.
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards required.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing required.
• Working knowledge of water treatment plant operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor the water treatment plant.
• Operate and monitor the water collection system.
• Operate the computer system for the collection system and treatment plant.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of all water treatment plant equipment.
• Collect samples, monitor and take readings at outfalls, ponds, and other locations.
• Calibrate monitoring equipment and other instruments.
• Accurately perform various laboratory analyses.
• Operate mobile equipment in support of other activities.

Skills

Sample collection

MS Office

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Hazard recognition

Lab analysis

Tools

Pumps and pumping systems

Computers/Software

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Position Description:

Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you!

Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Water Treatment Plant Operator to join our Turquoise Ridge Process Operations department. Position requires workers to be multi-skilled and capable of performing a variety of tasks including; operating, monitoring and maintaining an industrial water treatment plant and water collection system testing and analyzing water, materials and solutions to determine water quality.

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. 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:

Reporting to the Metallurgical senior or superintendent, the Water Treatment Plant Operator is responsible for the following:

• Operate and monitor the water treatment plant
• Operate and monitor the water collection system
• Operate the computer system for the collection system and treatment plant
• Perform maintenance and calibration of all water treatment plant equipment
• Collect samples, monitor and take readings at outfalls, ponds, and other locations
• Calibrate monitoring equipment and other instruments
• Accurately perform various laboratory analyses
• Operate mobile equipment in support of other activities

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the basic principles and methods used in metallurgical, laboratory and processing analyses preferred
• Ability to collect samples, process and accurately report on results required
• Working ability in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) required
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions required
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards required
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing required
• Working knowledge of pumps and pumping systems preferred
• Working knowledge of computers and software preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Working knowledge of water treatment plant operations preferred
• 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 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 Identification 241726

Posting Date 2026-09-11

Job Schedule Full time

Locations Winnemucca, NV, United States