Paste Plant Mechanics north of Juneau, Alaska, USA
Coeur Alaska is recruiting Paste Plant Mechanics for our Kensington Gold Mine, located 45 miles north of Juneau, Alaska. We are seeking talented candidates who will work safely and productively with limited supervision and will motivate others to achieve Company goals and objectives for a world class underground gold mine.
Responsibilities:
Maintain & repair Paste Plant equipment such as Slurry pumps, Water pumps, piping, filtration & paste/cement mixing systems. Welding and fabrication skills would be a plus. Previous experience with computer based predictive and preventative maintenance programs would be helpful. Successful candidates will:
• Responsible for pre-shift inspection of work areas and equipment, and responds accordingly.
• Plan and complete work based on Company guidelines for safety, environmental compliance and general work practices and procedures.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, modify, and repair equipment in the U/G Paste Plant facilities.
• Prepares work orders, changes out parts, checks the status of direct orders and interacts with Mill, Mine, warehouse, and purchasing personnel.
Experience & Skills:
• Previous experience in Paste Plant operation related to mine backfill is a plus.
• Applicants must have previous experience in mineral processing facility maintenance. Maintenance experience in Paste Plant/Backfill facility is a plus.
• Must develop a thorough understanding of standard operating procedures and be able to complete tasks with guidelines stipulated by company safety and environmental policies.
• Successful candidates will have solid verbal and written communication skills as well as good technical, problem solving and math skills.
• Position requires basic working knowledge and skills with a P.C.
Coeur Alaska Inc. offers competitive wages and benefits. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Successful candidates must pass a post offer physical, and drug screening.