Underground Communications Technician – 21/21 Rotational Camp

Northern Star Pogo Mine; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Insurance

401k and paid leave

On-site camp facilities

Job summary

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking an Underground Communications Technician at the Pogo operation in Alaska. The role covers installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of communications infrastructure both underground and on the surface within Mining, Processing, and Maintenance departments.

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will support improvements, mentor juniors, and ensure safety compliance including MSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in mining or heavy industry with communications hardware and software
• Nice to have knowledge of radio and data networks in harsh environments
• MSHA safety awareness and ability to pass a background check

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and troubleshoot underground and surface communications infrastructure
• Support continuous improvement projects and assist with commissioning of new installations
• Mentor junior staff and ensure procedures are followed
• Maintain reporting and complete planned maintenance on schedule

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical problem solving

Autonomous work

Tools

Citect SCADA

Schneider control systems

Motorola TRBONET

VHF/UHF systems

IP Network planning

OTDRs & Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Fiber termination

Job description

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking an Underground Communications Technician at the Pogo operation in Alaska. The role covers installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of communications infrastructure both underground and on the surface within Mining, Processing, and Maintenance departments.

Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, you will support improvements, mentor juniors, and ensure safety compliance including MSHA standards.