Underground Grader Operator — Stable Career & Camp Benefits

Northern Star Pogo Mine; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Insurance

401(K)

Paid leave

Job summary

Northern Star Resources is hiring an Underground Miner - Grader Operator at the Pogo operation in Alaska on a 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotating schedule. The role focuses on safely operating Graders underground and supporting mining tasks such as Haul Truck, Nipper, Mucking, and Powder Crew.

You will report to the Underground Shift Supervisor and work in a dynamic team while complying with MSHA safety rules, site procedures, and daily safety checks.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience operating graders in an underground environment.
• Experience operating a loader underground.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Good communication skills; able to read and speak English.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to lead and train new team members (not essential).
• Must pass post-offer physical, drug test, and background check.
• Must adhere to MSHA safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground graders to support mining operations.
• Minimize equipment downtime and maximize productivity.
• Perform general laboring and housekeeping tasks.
• Ensure tools and equipment are serviceable and safe.
• Communicate clearly on two-way radio.
• Follow safety policies, hazard identifications, and MSHA requirements.
• Assist with fault finding and preventative maintenance.
• Monitor ground conditions and assist with scaling per site requirements.

Skills

Grader operation underground

Loader operation underground

Mechanical knowledge

English communication

Computer literacy

Leadership (optional)

Job description

Northern Star Resources is hiring an Underground Miner - Grader Operator at the Pogo operation in Alaska on a 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotating schedule. The role focuses on safely operating Graders underground and supporting mining tasks such as Haul Truck, Nipper, Mucking, and Powder Crew.

You will report to the Underground Shift Supervisor and work in a dynamic team while complying with MSHA safety rules, site procedures, and daily safety checks.