Cortez - Conveyor Belt Technician
Department: CZ Open Pit Mining Operations
Job Level: Frontline
Work Hours: Rotational
Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an opportunity for you. Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Underground Fixed Maintenance Technician on our Conveyor crew at our Cortez operations.
At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Conveyor Belt Maintenance Supervisor, the Conveyor Belt Technician is responsible for the following:
Perform preventive maintenance and repair of both surface and underground fixed mining equipment such as crushers, conveyors, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Basic knowledge of conveyor systems required
Ability to troubleshoot and complete repair on Jaw crushing systems. required
Basic fabrication skills including welding and cutting, brazing, arc welding, and air arc required
Ability to identify parts needed for repairs by make, model, size, and type preferred
Basic knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics and the ability to apply those skills to troubleshoot and repair systems preferred
Ability to read and use precision measuring tools, torque wrenches, and hand tools preferred
Excellent safety and attendance record required
Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job required
What We Can Offer You
About Nevada Gold Mines
Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. NGM produces approximately 3.5 million ounces of gold a year. The massive mining operation comprises eight mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities and hosts three of Barrick’s Tier One assets: Carlin, Cortez, and Turquoise Ridge. At NGM, our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.
Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".
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