Electrical/Instrumentation Technician

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Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Rochester

is an open pit, heap leach silver and gold operation. The Rochester mine has the company’s distinct position as Coeur’s largest expansion investment project in its 95-year history. The expansion project initiated commercial production in Q1 2024 and is currently in ramp-up, targeting a tripling of production rates from historical. Additionally, Rochester has the largest silver reserve asset in the United States.

Coeur Rochester

has been an integral part of the local community for over 30 years and is committed to supporting its cultural heritage, educational programs, and health and wellness programs.

Coeur Rochester

employs approximately 350 mine engineers, geologists, front-line operators, exploration, and business leaders. Coeur Rochester prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development, and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

About The Job

Coeur Rochester is seeking an industrial electrician who will be responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment critical to mining operations. Their work ensures that machinery, lighting, and power distribution systems function efficiently and safely at the mining operation.

Responsibilities

- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical equipment on site including but not limited to; industrial motor wiring, motors, Panels, Pumps, control equipment, automated equipment, conduit, and fixtures;

- Work on circuits ranging from 24V to 4,160V;

- Work with Allen Bradley PLC’s and AB Powerflex VFD’s;

- Work with Studio 5000, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5, Factory Talk View, Architecture Builder, and Historian software;

- Perform annual ground checks;

- Preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment on the site;

- Calibrate and repair instruments and associated equipment;

- Work with electronic control systems including microprocessors, sensors, and final control elements in automated processes;

- Work on and calibrate level, pressure, temperature, flow, and analytical instruments;

- Consulting manuals, reading and interpreting circuit diagrams, blueprints, and schematics;

- Repairing and adjusting system components or removing and replacing defective parts;

- Order parts, generate W/R, W/O, and other routine work to maintain an organized and efficient work environment;

- Demonstrated proficiency with industrial motor control systems for maintenance and troubleshooting;

- Maintain current NFPA70e training and compliance.

Required Qualifications & Skills

- Work in all conditions and environments, approximately 80% of job is outdoors;

- Able to lift 50 lbs. on an occasional basis;

- Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground daily.

- A minimum 5+ years field industrial electrical experience in the mining or heavy industry sector;

- A high school diploma or its equivalent

- Graduation from an accredited electrical program such as JATC, or Great Basin CC Electrical curriculum, Associates Degree in industrial electronics or a related field;

- Experience in mining electrical systems; 480 volt motor, power and control, 4160 volt motor power and control, and process plant instrumentation preferred;

- Familiarity with instrumentation, control systems, SAP, and computers is preferred.

- Work as a team member and communicate openly with others;

- Self-directed and able to take leadership role on many projects;

- Willing to stop work for safety concerns and always abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures;

- Strong problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

- Hourly Rate Range: $40.10 - 46.79 (DOE)

- 5 Days On, 4 Days Off / 4 Days On, 5 Days Off (12-hour shifts)

- 4 on / 3 off (10-hour shifts)

- Quarterly bonus up to $4,100 (up to $16,400 annually)

- Relocation available for certain positions

- Full benefits on day 1 (medical, vision, dental, employee assistance program, Teladoc service)

- 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match to 401k or Roth, immediate vesting

- Bus service from Lovelock, Winnemucca, and Fallon

- Travel pay for those outside of bussing service

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.