Cortez - Open Pit Welder

Position Description

Are you a Fabricator/Welder ready for career growth? Nevada Gold Mines' (NGM) has the perfect opportunity for you!

At NGM, our vision is to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people. Our people division is growing, and we are looking for an Open Pit Fabricator/Welder at our Cortez operations.

As part of the Maintenance team, the successful candidate will meet demands and complete work orders in a timely manner; installing, repairing, and fabricating materials out of metal; ensuring availability and functioning of required items; and ensuring safety and resolving immediate safety concerns.

At NGM, we are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!

Responsibilities:

Reporting to an Open Pit Maintenance Supervisor, the Welder is responsible for the following.

• Maintain welds on various items using a variety of processes (manual arc, tungsten inert gas, metallic inert gas, brazing, Air Arc, etc.) (e.g. structural supports, handrails, decking, walkways, truck frames, Beds, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability and functioning of required items ensuring safety.
• Install various items (e.g. safety devices, railings, barriers, re-wiring trailer lights, arc flash screens, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects safely and within established time frames.
• Maintain shop, equipment, tools, vehicle, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability and functioning of required items and ensuring safety.
• Coordinate with administration and other personnel for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Qualifications

• Two (2) plus years of experience in maintenance of mobile, farm, trucking, aircraft, military, or support equipment preferred
• Basic knowledge of manual arc, tungsten inert gas, metallic inert gas, brazing, Air Arc, etc. required
• Ability to work safely and effectively with minimal supervision required
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people required
• Ability to accomplish strenuous physical labor under all weather conditions required
• Lift at least 50 lbs. required
• Proven safe work record with belief and value seen in courageous leadership model required
• Ability to be an initial team member in a growing, fast paced environment, and support team in attainment of safety, environmental, equipment protection and production goals with a proven safety record required
• Housekeeping standards are maintained to a high level required
• Good written and verbal communication skills required
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days is an essential function of this role.

What We Can Offer You

• A comprehensive compensation package including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution AND employer match, paid time off, company-sponsored medical clinics, company match share purchase program, and much more!
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Endless opportunities to grow and learn with industry colleagues.
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization.
• Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.