Cortez - Autonomous System Technician

Barrick Mining Corporation • Crescent Valley, NV

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This role is for an Autonomous Systems Technician to join a collaborative, diverse, and dynamic mining company. The successful candidate will be responsible for the on-board system maintenance for the Autonomous System during the implementation of the Automation Project and ongoing performance as the project transitions into operations. This includes completing Autonomous Haulage training at Nevada Gold Mines, Cortez Operations. Nevada Gold Mines aims to be the world’s most valued gold mining business by finding, developing, and operating the best assets with the best people, committed to a safe work environment and leaving a sustainable legacy on host communities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated safety leadership capability for both self and team required
• Excellent leadership, people, and communication skills required
• Exhibit outstanding verbal and written communication skills required
• Ability to maintain a high standard of working ethics required

Nice To Haves

• Five (5) years practical experience in, surface or underground mining departments under MSHA regulations preferred
• Autonomous systems or operational experience is preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Applications Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project preferred
• Proficient with emerging technology adoption preferred
• Systems experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with field and office personnel daily to support the execution of the daily plan for installation and productive haulage.
• Identify issues or system faults that are to be recorded and reported to supervision or supporting partners.
• Offer first response to truck faults and autonomous issues. Troubleshoot system issues and report to internal partners for escalation or support to solve the issues.
• Maintain autonomous hardware to OEM standard. Inspect autonomous hardware and base truck conditions, with calibration activities of on-board systems.
• Training and competency in autonomous application.
• Maintain base truck functionality to achieve physical availability which will include daily inspections and lube requirements.
• Primary technical liaison for mechanical support including In-field calibration of on-board sensors and components such as GPS, cameras, LiDAR, radar and communications systems.
• Install and configure hardware, electrical, and network technology systems on various Heavy Mobile Equipment assets post installation.
• Point of contact for technology software installation, configuration and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain in depth technical knowledge on the AHS system, operation, and support functions.
• Provide technical service advice and information to partners and to OEM representatives.
• Participate in scheduling the refueling of autonomous equipment and other maintenance or calibration activities with support of internal partners.
• Identify areas for optimization and performance improvement throughout the shift and communicated amongst the internal partners.
• Participate in the development of a training model, curriculum, and competency evaluation for Autonomous Operations and Maintenance at NGM.
• Provide input to the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for autonomous equipment for safe operations.
• Utilize employee engagement tools to gauge perception and effectiveness of autonomous project communications.
• Promote open communication between all levels of the organization.
• Participate in evaluation of all technology solutions regarding safety and health risk, production risk, and sustained feasibility.
• Ensure a safe and environmentally responsible project implementation with all staff, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure adherence to the project budget, forecasts, and reporting cadences.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed