Process Plant Maintenance Technician

SSR Mining Inc.•Victor, ID

9d•$33 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Process Plant Maintenance Technician to join our team at SSR Mining- Cripple Creek & Victor. This role is critical in ensuring the reliable operation of all crushing and processing equipment within our plant. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mechanical systems, strong troubleshooting skills, and a commitment to safety and environmental compliance.

Requirements

Proven experience working with rock crushers, conveyors, belt feeders, hydraulic systems, millwright tasks, welding, pipefitting, and conveyor belt vulcanizing.
Ability and willingness to work extra hours, including callouts and swing shifts, to support plant operations.
Strong commitment to maintaining safe work environments and ensuring environmental compliance.
Basic reading, writing, and math skills required.
Must be physically capable of performing heavy mechanical work in a mining environment.
Hands-on experience in gold mining or heavy industrial processing environments.
Proficiency in mechanical troubleshooting and repair of large-scale processing equipment.

Nice To Haves

Welding and fabrication certifications or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead by example, in all CC&V safety and environmental practices, ensuring complete safe practices
Follow all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and PPE requirements. Ensure compliance with MSHA, and company-specific safety standards.
Must be able to read, write, and possess basic math skills
Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment such as pumps, conveyors, crushers, gearboxes, and valves.
Install new machinery and equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, and schematics.
Perform basic welding (MIG, TIG, Stick) and metal fabrication to repair or modify equipment. Operate cutting torches, grinders, and other fabrication tools.
Align and calibrate equipment to ensure proper operation.
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime.
Replace conveyor rollers, pulleys, and belting
Rebuild various types of pumps
Perform various types of welding and any other types of maintenance associated with all crushing and processing systems associated with the crushing systems and ADR plant.
Work closely with operations, electrical, and instrumentation teams to support plant uptime.
Participate in team meetings, safety briefings, and continuous improvement initiatives.