Underground Miner

Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. Kinross began operating the mine in 2003, and it has since become a continuous improvement leader in the Company’s portfolio. Round Mountain poured its 15 millionth ounce in 2018. Round Mountain and the nearby Bald Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations.

The Round Mountain mine is an important contributor to the Nye County economy and, working with local stakeholders, has helped achieve significant improvements in healthcare and education in the area.

Job Description

Location (Round Mountain, Nevada, USA)

Round Mountain is located in Nevada Nye County, and is one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. Round Mountain is owned by Kinross Gold Corporation, and is both an Open-Pit, and Underground Mine.

Under the general supervision of the UG General Supervisor, The UG Miner is responsible for extracting ore from underground. The UG Miner will work with complex and powerful equipment to Drill, Load, Blast, Muck, Haul, and bolt the headings being mined.

This position is based out of Round Mountain, Nevada. The schedule is 7 on, on 7 off.

Job Responsibilities

Contribute to and carry out a variety of tasks including but not limited to:

- Heading inspections, and scaling down loose

- Operate mining equipment, such as Drills (Jumbos/Solos), Muckers, Trucks, and Bolters

- Following strict safety procedures and protocols

- Inspect equipment and machinery to ensure it is functioning properly, and identify any maintenance needs

- Safely and effectively operator mining equipment

- Expected to work in a safe and efficient manner

- The ability to work a rotating schedule of days and night is an essential function of this role

The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature, and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities will apply

Education and Experience

- Four (4) years of underground mining experience preferred

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of mining practices, safety procedures, and equipment operation

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in rapidly changing situations

- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with other members of the mining team

- Flexibility to work long hours underground

- Willing to join the Underground Mine Rescue Team

- Prior underground and/or equipment operation experience preferred

- Excellent safety, and work attendance

- Demonstrate initiative as a team member in a growing, fast-paced environment

- Ability to communicate with all Mine Operations personnel

- Ability to work with minimal supervision

- Previous equipment operation experience preferred

If you have a passion for mining, a strong work ethic, and the technical ability to operate and maintain mining equipment, this could be an exciting and rewarding career for you

Reporting Relationships

Thsi positions reports to the Underground General Supervisor

Legislative Requirements

Background Check required

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

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).