As our Paramedic, you will administer basic and advanced life support and medical care at a remote pre-hospital setting at an underground hard rock mining operation. Every day you will work at a mine on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. You’ll start every day organizing, scheduling, and prioritizing work activities to promote a safe, healthy, and accident-free work environment. You will be called upon to work cooperatively with others as part of a team, and encourage collaboration, trust, and openness among employees. To thrive in this role, you are able to perform first aid and life-saving measures under pressure and are ready to help those in need. We’re on a remote island; you must know how to work independently as well as identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. 

About Us

The Greens Creek Mine, located on Admiralty Island 18 miles south of Juneau, is an underground polymetallic mine operating since 1989, employing approximately 450 people. The mine is owned and operated by Hecla Mining Company, headquartered in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Established in 1891, Hecla has a rich history as a distinguished and respected precious metals producer. Winner of numerous safety and environmental awards, Greens Creek is seeking new team members committed to professional growth and success.

Here’s what you can expect in this role: 

• Training first. Every hire is provided MSHA training in the first 4 days on the job. We also provide department-level training on not just what to do, but safety, as well. 
• You will assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need recognize the need for additional assistance.
• You perform BLS, ALS and other first aid and life saving measures. 
• You initiate/maintain/administer vital signs, IV/IO infusions, patent airways, medications, bandaging, splinting, back boarding, and all other emergency medical skills as outlined and in accordance with Emergency Medical Services, State of Alaska and by Greens Creek
• You will assist in extricating trapped victims and transports sick and injured persons to treatment center via boat, float plane or helicopter.
• You observe, record, and report to a Physician the patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• You will drive a mobile intensive care unit to emergency scene.
• You will regularly clean, maintain, and resupply equipment, medical rooms, and vehicles.
• Safety is important. Every piece of equipment and each work area must be inspected before work starts. 
• A team you can rely on, a team that will have your back. 

If you’re interested in this role, apply on our website at this link: http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/ 

We have a two-part interview process. If you are selected, our hiring manager will reach out to you via phone call to get to know you and your skill set a little better. If you are selected to move forward, you will be invited to come for a site interview to ensure that we are fit for you, and you are a fit for us.

Applicants must possess current authorization to work in the United States. Hecla Greens Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please visit Hecla’s website at www.hecla-mining.com and our recruiting page at http://www.hecla-mining.com/careers/