Underground Miner - Shotcrete Crew

Northern Star Pogo Mine; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

401(K)

Paid leave

Accommodation provided

Dining service and recreational facilities

Job summary

Northern Star Pogo Mine in Delta Junction, Alaska, is seeking an Underground Miner for the Shotcrete Crew. The role involves operating underground equipment safely and efficiently, alongside various mining duties, including communication on safety protocols and assisting with maintenance.

The position is permanent with a rotating schedule of three weeks on, three weeks off, and requires on-site accommodation at the company-provided camp.

Qualifications

• Experience in underground Shotcrete Operations.
• Must pass a post‑offer physical and drug test.
• Good comprehension of safety rules and MSHA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate underground equipment.
• Perform various mining tasks as directed.
• Minimize equipment down-time and maximize productivity.

Skills

Underground Shotcrete Operations

Basic mechanical knowledge

Good communication skills

Basic computer literacy

Job description

What do we offer?

• Vibrant hub of activity on site, with the ability to be part of a successful and productive team
• Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security.
• Excellent remuneration package with bonuses, insurances, 401(K) and paid leave.
• Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invests in its people.

What’s the role?

The Underground Miner - Shotcrete Crew reports to the Underground Shift Supervisor, and the primary role is to safely and efficiently operate underground equipment and perform various mining tasks.

Duties include:

• Operating Agitator truck and Normet Spraymec truck
• Working as directed to minimize equipment down‑time and maximize productivity.
• General laboring as required.
• General housekeeping of the work area.
• Ensuring that all tools and equipment are serviceable and safe.
• Communicating clearly and effectively on two‑way radio.
• Ensuring all safety‑related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard IDs, pre‑start checks, pre‑start meetings, and incident reporting.
• Assisting with fault finding and preventative maintenance.
• Assessing and monitoring of ground conditions.
• Conducting scaling in accordance with site requirements.
• Performing such other duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
• Experience in underground Shotcrete Operations.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to read and speak English.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
• Ability to provide leadership and training to new team members (not essential).
• Must have a good comprehension of safe operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements.
• Must pass a post‑offer physical and drug test, as well as a background check.

The Details

Working a 3‑week on, 3‑week off rotating schedule of days and nights, up to 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Extreme conditions, including but not limited to extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

Employees are required to stay on site at the company‑provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have a land line phone, great Wi‑Fi & cable TV. Cell service is available through Wi‑Fi. The company provides a bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska.