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Barrick Gold Corporation
Goldstrike - Underground Fixed Maintenance Hoist Operator
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$60,419 / year median in Nevada
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Position Description:
Are you interested in becoming part of a company whose vision is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people? Our people division is growing, and we are looking for a Hoist Operator at our Carlin operations. The successful candidate will provide a high level of safe skillful hoist operations for the 3 different hoists at TRJV. The successful candidate will also ensure that equipment, materials, and people are transported in and out of the mine in accordance with all regulations and assure that safety and environmental policies are met. Employees must also follow company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. At Nevada Gold Mines 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. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!Qualifications:
- Proven strong safety ad work attendance record required
- Experience interacting and communicating effectively with a variety of individuals and departments required
- Six (6) months experience operating Mine Hoists of similar design and function required
- Experience working rotating shifts moving between days and nights preferred
- Ability to communicate under any situation and give and receive instructions required
- Ability to work with everyone and develop a positive relationship with all employees required
- Operating knowledge of hoisting equipment and mine shaft conveyance structures required
- Two (2) years of Hoist operations experience in a mining environment preferred
- Several years experience in housing equipment maintenance preferred
- Comprehend hydraulic schematics, service manuals, parts books, and filter cross-reference books preferred What We Can Offer You
- A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- An Opportunity to transform Traditional Mining into the future of Digital Mining
- Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations
- Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer About Nevada Gold Mines Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.