What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical and Instrumentation Technician position at Barrick Gold?
Job Description
Nevada Gold Mines is seeking a skilled Process Electrical and Instrumentation Technician to join our Process Maintenance team at Turquoise Ridge. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our electrical and instrumentation systems.
Responsibilities:
- Perform preventive maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of power distribution centers, switchgear, motors, and controls, process controls, and instrumentation.
- Work shifts, overtime, and callouts as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Process Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor.
Requirements:
- Minimum two years of experience performing electrical and instrumentation duties.
- Ability to read blueprints and troubleshoot electrical/instrumentation circuits.
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision, follow instructions, and provide feedback.
- Some experience with PLC controls, troubleshooting, and programming, as well as experience with variable frequency drives.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of this job.
- Capable and willing to work with maintenance and operational teams.
- Good safety record and ability to work with various safety programs.
- Ability to work a rotating schedule of nights and days.
About Us
Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick (61.5%) and Newmont (38.5%) that combined our significant assets across Nevada in 2019 to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world. Our mission is to be the world's most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and owning the best assets, with the best people, to deliver sustainable returns for our owners and partners.
