Assistant Camp Maintenance Manager

Tamatta Mining and Construction Services Inc•Las Vegas, NV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Assistant Camp Maintenance Manager for a remote mining camp near Winnemucca, Nevada. This is a hands-on role supporting camp maintenance and day-to-day readiness for the site, including assisting with facilities upkeep, mechanical support, minor repairs, and labor/loading/unloading tasks as needed. The successful candidate will help the Camp Maintenance Manager lead crews safely, maintain compliance with site safety requirements, and support peak operational demands. Nevada mining camp conditions include extreme summer heat, high UV exposure, dust/wind, and dry conditions. This role requires safe outdoor work, strong follow-through, and readiness to adjust to changing site priorities.

Requirements

Intermediate First Aid (or equivalent 2-day course) – required.
PAL license (wildlife monitoring) – required.
Valid Driver’s License – required.
Demonstrated ability to follow JHAs/SOPs and work safely in a mining camp environment.
Familiarity with mining camp hazards such as dust, heat stress, equipment/traffic, fuel handling, and uneven ground.
MSHA awareness/experience (camp/site safety practices aligned with MSHA standards) – required.
Computer skills: proficient with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, Office 365).
Must be familiar using satellite phone, in-reach systems, and 2-way radios.
MSHA certification is required (or must be obtained prior to assignment per site requirements).
Must comply with all applicable mine safety and health requirements, including MSHA regulations (30 CFR) and site-specific safety orientation/training.
PPE and site rules are required (specific PPE listed by the site upon onboarding).
Reference and criminal record checks will be conducted.
Some sites may require pre-access drug screening and/or fitness-for-duty clearance.
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Matrix will comply with all applicable U.S. employment verification requirements (I-9)

Nice To Haves

1+ year experience as a camp assistant, lead laborer, or maintenance support role in remote/field settings (preferred).
Strong maintenance aptitude in Electrical, Plumbing & Mechanical (basic working knowledge required).
Experience supporting loading/unloading and/or working around aircraft/logistics (rotary and/or fixed-wing) is a definite asset.
Trades experience or journeyperson trades designation is a definite asset.
Preference will be given to local candidates (and candidates with proximity) in the Winnemucca, NV region.

Responsibilities

Assist with camp maintenance operations: support daily cleaning, laboring, minor repairs, and camp upkeep.
Facilities & mechanical support: assist with maintaining/troubleshooting generators, plumbing/water systems, electrical components, pumps, and general site systems (basic HVAC/ventilation support as applicable).
Preventative maintenance support: help with routine inspections, maintenance tasks, and completion of maintenance logs/checklists.
Loading/unloading & site support: assist logistics operations with staging, securing, offloading/loading, and storage as required.
Airside/logistics support (as required): support safe coordination around aircraft (rotary and/or fixed-wing, when scheduled) and assist with securing equipment/loads.
Safety support: participate in and support daily Toolbox Meetings, ensure team compliance with Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) and SOPs, and follow MSHA safety expectations.
Hands-on assistance: work alongside crews to complete repairs and maintenance tasks.
Communication & reporting: use satellite/in-reach/2-way radios and basic computer tools to relay updates and support coordination.
Other related duties as assigned.