Underground Construction Miner

We Pursue a Higher Standard

Coeur Mining, Inc. is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with five wholly-owned operations: the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Chihuahua, 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 polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine comprises an underground, hard-rock gold mine, associated milling facilities and a campsite in the historic Berners Bay Mining District, 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau. The mine is accessed via company transportation including bus rides and a boat ride through Lynn Canal.

Coeur Alaska is an integral part of the local community and actively supports education and workforce development programs, environmental stewardship efforts, arts and culture, and local nonprofit agencies through monetary investments, in-kind support, and employee volunteerism.

Approximately 380 miners, mechanics, engineers, operators, geologists, environmental technicians, exploration, and business leaders operate the Kensington mine. Coeur Alaska 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:

The Underground Construction Miner will report to the Construction Supervisor. The schedule for this position is 14 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 14 days off.

Responsibilities:

- Conduct pre-shift inspections and fluid checks on all mobile mine equipment (e.g., shotcrete sprayers, loaders, telehandlers, excavators, etc.).

- Maintain a safe work environment through regular inspections, scaling, and clean-up.

- Operate and monitor the paste backfill system.

- Operate mining equipment, safely and effectively, including but not limited to: loaders, telehandlers, forklifts, manlifts, and jacklegs.

- Install utilities, concrete, and shotcrete securely and neatly.

- Apply shotcrete for construction and ground support.

- Perform welding and metal fabrication tasks.

- Execute concrete work, including wall building and pad pouring.

- Safely operate various powered mining equipment.

- Diagnose and repair water discharge systems and pumps.

- Maintain berms and scale mine areas to ensure ground stability.

- Inspect materials/products for quality and compliance.

- Clear and level benches as needed.

- Maintain and adjust equipment using hand tools.

- Use hand tools (e.g., shovels, scaling bars) effectively in mining operations.

- Perform minor maintenance and repairs on underground equipment.

- Carry out cross-trained duties and other assigned tasks.

- Attend required meetings and complete necessary documentation.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

- Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others.

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Experience operating underground mining equipment in an underground, hard rock mine. Previous experience with shotcrete, concrete work, water discharge systems, and pumps preferred.

- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills.

- Willingness to assist others, adapt to changing conditions, and proactively solve problems in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.

- Able to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk or hear.

- Able to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to manipulate objects, or controls.

- Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.

- Able to climb ladders and to work at heights.

- Able to work in all weather conditions and underground.

- Able to move/carry objects up to 50 lbs.

- Able to wear appropriate and required underground Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

- Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with all mine site personnel.

- Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability.

- Preference given to Alaska residents.

Recruitment Window:

Applications will be accepted through August 20, 2025.

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.