Condition Monitoring - NDT Technician

Northern Star Pogo LLC•Delta Junction, AK

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Star (Pogo) LLC has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Condition Monitoring-NDT Technician at our world-class Pogo operation in Alaska on a rotational camp schedule. This role is responsible for equipment monitoring, machinery lubrication, contamination control, inspection, Non-Destructive Testing, and proactive/predictive maintenance activities with an emphasis on vibration analysis, oil analysis, and failure mode elimination.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Computer literacy - Microsoft Office, etc.
Minimum 2 years relevant experience in the mining industry.
Experience with fixed asset maintenance, vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, UT, UE, and data interpretation.
Ability to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations, and keep records.
Current Driver's License.
Ability to pass a background check and post-offer physical.

Nice To Haves

Critical thinking and analytical skills
Good communications skills; written and verbal.
Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
Awareness of the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Act & Regulations.

Responsibilities

Collect field data on condition of equipment utilizing various test instruments, i.e. Vibration Analyzer, Fluid Life oil analysis suite, Flir Infrared thermography, Olympus ultrasonic thickness , Mag Particle etc.
Extensive computer work for processing field data, trending data and submitting reports of findings.
Data entry for various performance matrix.
Perform all Lube Tech responsibilities including daily weekly monthly, and annual lube routes. Responsibilities include changing gear oil, hydraulic fluids, and filters as well as taking oil samples, performing equipment lubrication and preparing and maintaining records on equipment and machinery.
Repair or replace components and parts as needed.
Maintain the lube shop, clean up shop, and properly dispose of wastes. Follow contamination control and HAZMAT rules and regulations.
Gather technical information to perform general and preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, modify, and repair stationary equipment.
Test and verify the correct operation of all repairs and adjustments.
Prepare work orders for action items and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain weekly schedule to include completing and closing out weekly scheduled work orders.
Assist with mechanical equipment inspection as needed.
Be able to perform failure mode and root cause analysis.
Ensure all safety-related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard IDs, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting.
Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in all work areas.
Other duties as required.