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Barrick Gold
Leeville - Underground Electrician (Tech 4 or Higher)
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What they do
A Utility Line Technician services and repairs underground electrical lines for construction projects or for homeowners, using maps and electronic equipment.
$97,821 / year median in Nevada
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Position Description:
Would you like to have a career with a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company? We have an exciting opportunity for you! Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Electrician I with our Underground Maintenance department. At Nevada Gold Mines, our vision is to be the worlds 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 and Qualifications:
Work as a team member. Works effectively with other crews and departments. Employee consistently follows all safety and company policies and procedures. Proficiently operates two types of support equipment. Maintains the ability to follow directions & to complete quality work. Employee maintains a high level of productivity and demonstrates ability to learn. Offers constructive solutions to problems and issues.Computer / Manuals
- Create & research existing work orders in Ellipse, Opening and inserting job completion comments on work orders in Ellipse, Read, comprehend, and interpret technical data sheets, schematics, blue prints and instructional guides. Troubleshooting and Repair
- Ability to understand and apply electrical theory in troubleshooting, demonstrate ability to apply math skills to the electrical trade. Programmable logic Controllers
- Explain theory of operation of a PLC. Motors
- Possesses basic motor knowledge to trouble shoot, repair, inspect and install electric motors, Perform basic motor alignment. Construction and Code
- Read, comprehend, and interpret the National Electric Code select construction material, and install according to its guideline, Ability to install electrical systems including basic wiring, circuit installation, cables and switch gear up to 4160 volts, Demonstrate construction skills. Splicing
- Make 4160 volt splice and terminate high voltage with supervision in a timely and workman like manner. Hoisting and Control
- Explain operation of power feeds for hoists, Explain operation of Avtron drive control units, Explain operation of PLC control boxes, Explain operation of hoist control cubicles, Explain operation of hoist brake control panels, Explain operation of shaft control boxes, Explain operation of Tiley H.
- Demonstrate knowledge of transformers and AC circuits, Demonstrate knowledge of electrical protective devices, Demonstrate understanding of power feed circuits to and from substation to all transformers, motor control centers, starters and motors, Ability to maintain power distribution systems, Ability to set up over current and short circuit protection devices.