Dewatering Mechanic

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh - a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.


Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US$25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.


Job Summary

Ensure the consistent and efficient operation of the pit dewatering system.

Essential Functions

• Monitor system operation on a daily basis i.e. check that each well is operational and monitor pipelines/fitting for leaks.
• Perform system repairs as necessary.
• Monitor all generators daily for operating parameters (volts, amps, hz).
• Oversee installation of support equipment and necessary piping.
• Work with operations / electricians to coordinate installation or movement of piping.
• Maintain operational inventory of materials.
• Ensure daily safety of infrastructure i.e. determine necessary pipeline re-routes and well integrity near shot patterns and new excavations.
• Ensure all access to infrastructure is available.
• Fuse HDPE pipe and construct pipelines using appropriate hardware.
• Install and replace pumps as necessary.
• Punctuality and regular attendance is required.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the state.
• Work safely in all areas and identify potential safety hazards and work with management to correct them.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employee must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
• Have a basic electrical/wiring familiarity (interface of pumps, generators heat trace, and power requirements).
• Ability to operate and service truck and skid steer.
• Basic knowledge of submersible pumps.
• Must have solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimum supervision and also with others in a team environment.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• Must be available for shift work, overtime, holidays, and weekends.
• Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.

Health, Safety and Environmental Requirements
• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.


Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).