Electrician 4

GOLDEN QUEEN MINING COMPANY LLC•Mojave, CA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Golden Queen Mining Company is seeking a highly skilled Industrial Electrician IV to plan, lay out, install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems across our mining and processing operations. This role supports a wide range of equipment—from lighting systems to three-phase 480 VAC motors, substations, and automated control systems. The ideal candidate brings strong industrial experience and a proactive approach to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. Experience with PLC controls, variable frequency drives (VFDs), soft starts, across-the-line motor controls, belt scales, conveyors and safety systems is essential. A solid understanding of arc flash safety, motor controls, and advanced electrical troubleshooting is required. State electrician certification is preferred but not required. This is a safety-sensitive position. Electrician IV role is a senior-level position with expectations for leadership, technical proficiency, and continued professional growth. Advancement is performance-based and requires demonstrated competency across advanced industrial electrical systems. Prior to advancement, the employee must demonstrate the ability to: Read and interpret electrical plans and specifications, including one-line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, ladder diagrams, and loop diagrams Produce high-quality work that meets NEC standards, engineering plans, and industry best practices Train and mentor others on safety practices, policies, and procedures related to assigned tasks Work independently or collaboratively to complete projects efficiently Troubleshoot and calibrate conveyor belt scales Effectively utilize equipment manuals and technical documentation Troubleshoot and adjust parameters on VFDs and soft starters Troubleshoot and repair instrumentation including flow meters, level meters, pressure transmitters, solenoids, and control valves Troubleshoot and repair Mercury Retorts, refinery furnaces, lab furnaces/ovens, and sampling equipment Perform emergency electrical repairs with minimal downtime Diagnose and repair 480 VAC facility equipment including conveyors, crushers, pumps, and related systems Work safely on 4,160 VAC conveyor power systems Respond reliably to unexpected callouts

Requirements

5–7+ years of industrial mining electrical experience preferred
Strong knowledge of crushing and conveyor electrical systems
Experience installing and maintaining industrial electrical equipment
Personal electrical tools required
State electrician certification preferred
Mining experience is strongly preferred
Strong attendance and punctuality
Ability to follow instructions and work effectively within a team
Ability to collaborate across departments
Must be reliable
Valid driver’s license
High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on plant-wide electrical equipment
Inspect field conditions and identify issues, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving opportunities; implement corrective actions
Direct and monitor contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and quality work
Maintain accurate documentation including inspection forms, work orders, and daily task reports
Provide detailed end-of-shift updates outlining troubleshooting efforts and completed repairs
Safely energize and de-energize 12.6 KVA transformers & substation breakers and 480 VAC breakers/disconnects
Verify voltage on high-voltage equipment
Complete repairs properly, efficiently, and in a timely manner
Maintain required personal electrical tools
Follow all company safety and environmental policies, including MSHA regulations
Work closely with the Process team to improve equipment reliability