UG Support Miner, Tech III

Hecla Mining Company; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greens Creek Mine, operated by Hecla Mining Company, seeks a support miner to operate and maintain underground construction and road equipment on Admiralty Island, 18 miles south of Juneau, AK. You’ll begin with MSHA training and daily safety inspections, then work independently on a remote island mining site with various shift schedules.

You must troubleshoot and maintain mechanical and hydraulic systems and be proficient in welding and fabrication.

Qualifications

• MSHA training provided within first 4 days on the job.
• Able to troubleshoot and maintain mechanical and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain underground construction and road maintenance equipment.
• Inspect workplace and equipment every morning for safety and readiness.
• Prioritize daily work and plan tasks before starting.
• Perform welding and fabrication as required on equipment and structures.
• Work independently on a remote island mining site and adapt to camp living conditions.

Skills

Welding

Fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Job description

As our support miner, you will be operating and maintaining underground construction and road maintenance equipment to keep our production going and our profitability up. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. You’ll start every job with safety first by inspecting your workplace, your equipment, and then the preparation of ground, loading, and placement of backfill to be placed underground. To thrive in this role, you must be able to must be able to trouble shoot and maintain mechanical and hydraulic systems as well as be proficient in welding and fabricating. We’re on a remote island, you must know how to work independently.

About Us

The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 500 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Here’s What You Can Expect In This Role

• Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well.
• Apply your mechanical aptitude in operating and maintaining trucks, jammers, the batch plant, and other equipment.
• Working on a remote island and living in a mining camp environment away from home if you are not Juneau based. Our department has different schedule options such as 14 days on/14 days off, 20 days on/10 days off, or 14 days on/7 days off.
• You’ll be below ground doing workplace inspections assigned each morning. Then, we’ll rely on you to prioritize your work before you get started.
• Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before we start the day for your safety and the safety of your team.
• A team you can rely on, a team that will have your back.

We have a two-part interview process. If you are selected, our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. Then, if you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are a fit for you, and you are a fit for us.

Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.