Mechanic

Drill & Shovel MechanicWould 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 Drill & Shovel Mechanic in our Carlin Surface Maintenance department.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.Essential Job DutiesWorks as a team member.Works effectively with other crews.Works effectively with other departments.Demonstrate safe and environmentally sound work practices.Welding - Basic welding (small repairs) - Demonstrate proper use of cutting torch, Choose proper setting and wire for welding sheet metal, Proper installation of wear material. (Liners, wear plate and GET), Properly complete weld by using standard structural or mild steel welding procedures, Inspection for quality of repair, Properly complete the weld using weld procedures, Choose properly method of removing the cap (reinforcement), Clean up work area, Remove LOTO.Electrical - Basic electric trouble shooting including reading schematics - Use a digital multimeter to take simple readings including Voltage, Continuity, Resistance, Amperage, Describe the difference between a Series and Parallel circuit, Can demonstrate the ability to use a test light, Demonstrate the ability to locate the proper symbol legend and apply it to reading a schematic, Ability to visually inspect wiring harness for visual clues to solve the fault, Ability to identify positive and negative terminals on an Alternator and Starter, Ability to determine the difference between a basic electrical circuit and a basic electronic control circuit, Have a basic understanding of ohms law.Respects others' work styles and ideas.Actively pursues development of self and others.Offers constructive solutions to problems and issues.Preventative Maintenance - PM equipment.Equipment Operation - Operate boom truck.Engine - Change alternator belts, Change fan belts.Component - Replace drivelines and U-joints.Frame & Body - Blade swaps.Hydraulic - Basic hydraulic troubleshooting including reading schematics - Identify the common components of a Hydraulic tank and their function, Describe the characteristics and functions of hydraulic fluid, Explain and demonstrate the basic hydraulic fundamental principles (Pressure x Area equals Force), Explain the different types of Pumps and their operation, Explain the different types of Motors and their operation, Explain and demonstrate the effects of flow thru an orifice, Identify the four common pressure control valves, identify their components and their operation, Identify the characteristics of the vented and the pressurized hydraulic tanks, Identify the six different directional control valves and explain their function.The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.About Nevada Gold MinesNevada 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.