Kinross Gold Corporation

Mine Maintenance Technician

Republic, WA

$72,800-$79,040

About This Job

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State. Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has extracted ore from six different deposits in the region since 1989. Following the conclusion of mining activities at our flagship Buckhorn underground mine in 2017, our operation now manages properties at various stages of exploration, development, care & maintenance, and closure.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Maintenance Superintendent the incumbent is responsible for maintenance activities and equipment operations at Curlew Basin. This role will play a key part in supporting operational efficiency and ensuring optimal performance.

Job Responsibilities

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Responsible for safely maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, inspecting, and cleaning of all equipment on surface and underground.

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Daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance checks on surface and underground infrastructures.

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Operating and completing minor mobile maintenance on surface and underground equipment.

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Responsible for the mucking and hauling of sump slimes, including the safe removal, transport, and disposal of accumulated materials from sump areas to designated disposal locations.

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Completing the installation and maintenance of ground support, including the application of shotcrete.

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Responsible for the proper placement, installation, and ongoing maintenance of pumps and piping.

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Provide support as a water treatment operator when required.

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Collaborate and communicate with Curlew Basin team to prioritize operational and maintenance tasks.

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Ensure all activities align with safety protocols and company standards.

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Support additional Kettle River sites when needed.

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Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

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Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in underground mining operations.

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Proficient in operating muckers, haul trucks, surface equipment, and preferred experience in bolters and jumbo drills.

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Understanding of pumps, piping systems, and their operation within an underground mining environment.

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Proven experience in the maintenance and repair of mobile equipment, with a focus on reliability and safety.

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Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot.

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Experience and knowledge with underground utilities.

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Basic computer skills.

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Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, ensuring efficiency and safety in all tasks.

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Valid driver’s license.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements

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Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.

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Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.

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Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.

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Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.

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Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.

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Complies with all regulatory and Company requirements.

Kinross Leadership Practices

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Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.

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Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect

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Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.

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Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.

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Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.

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Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.

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Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.

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Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.

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Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.

Reporting Relationships

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Maintenance Superintendent

Language Requirements

EnglishCompensation Data

Compensation Data

Hourly Rate: $35.94 - $38.60

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Medical, dental, and vision insurance

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401k with match

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Paid time off

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Stock purchase option

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Basic life insurance

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).