MEM HVAC Technician

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

Maintain basic heating and ventilation systems, change filters, and other perform preventative maintenance for all buildings on the mine site.  Maintain and repairs HVAC equipment such as pumps, piping systems, and performs welding and fabrication.  Ability to work to finish.  Work is performed in accordance with the instructions received by a supervisor, free of constant direct supervision.  Responsible for pre-shift inspection of work area and equipment, and is expected to refer problems to the supervisor. 

Essential Functions

• Troubleshoot and diagnose HVAC equipment on the mine site per supervisor direction. Responsible for gathering technical information to perform the job. 
• Prepare computer generated work orders, change out parts, check the status of direct orders, and follow procedures to pick up parts and supplies from the warehouse. 
• Perform equipment walk around, inspect and operate equipment, and properly disposes of wastes. 
• Responsible for all tasks related to preventative maintenance program such as reporting fluid leaks, performing lube work, taking fluid samples, inspecting components and parts for proper operation, damage or wear. Repair and replace components and parts as needed. 
• 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, identify potential safety hazards, and work with management to correct hazards. 
• 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, perform simple mathematics, and maintain neat and accurate records. 
• Must have own hand tools. 
• Must have an understanding of lubrication procedures and systems and how to maintain and service equipment and machinery. 
• Must have a basic understanding of boilers, waste oil burners and air handler systems. 
• Must be able to operate small mobile equipment. 
• Ability to use hand and trade type tools. 
• Certification or ability to obtain certification as an MSHA instructor. 
• Must have an understanding of operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements. 
• Must have solid verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work 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).