Underground Infrastructure Technician: Shaft & Structure

Sanford Underground Research Facility; Lead (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sanford Underground Research Facility is seeking an Infrastructure Technician to maintain and construct underground structures ensuring safety and compliance. Responsibilities include managing cage operations, material handling, and ensuring the upkeep of various systems.

Preferred qualifications include experience in construction, heavy machinery operation, and safety protocols. This on-site role offers a unique opportunity to work in a challenging environment deep underground.

Qualifications

• Experience in general construction practices, concrete work, timber framing.
• Experience in the mining industry or related field (shaft inspection and repair).
• Experience operating heavy machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Constructs and maintains underground structures and systems.
• Loads skips & cages with materials and equipment.
• Reports material inventories and coordinates transport of materials.

Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Communication

Initiative

Reliable

Teamwork

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Hand tools

Job description

The Sanford Underground Research Facility is seeking an Infrastructure Technician to maintain and construct underground structures ensuring safety and compliance. Responsibilities include managing cage operations, material handling, and ensuring the upkeep of various systems.

Preferred qualifications include experience in construction, heavy machinery operation, and safety protocols. This on-site role offers a unique opportunity to work in a challenging environment deep underground.