Technician Craft- Elko

Newmont Mining Corporation•Elko, NV

3d•$66,900 - $83,640•Onsite

About The Position

The Newmont Legacy Group is responsible for managing closure/reclamation and care/maintenance at numerous mine projects globally with the goal of complete release of regulatory and financial liabilities in compliance with Federal, State/Provincial & local regulatory authorizations and Newmont Global Standards/Guidance/SOPs. The primary purpose of the Legacy Technician role is to assist implementation of environmental compliance program across the entire Nevada Portfolio (NV, CA and AK).

Requirements

Minimum 4 years experience, mining or extraction experience preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency and experience in surface & groundwater compliance sampling protocols.
Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer and data management skills. Familiar with applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and other data visualization software.
Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical based on knowledge of existing precedents or procedures.
Demonstrated ability to independently achieve deadlines and manage priorities.
A focus on continuous improvement with strong ability to stay organized and prioritize. Understands and identifies opportunities in areas of environmental/health/safety procedures, techniques and regulatory requirements.
Basic understanding of Industry workplace health management approaches, safety/fatality risk assessment methods and implementation/ verification of critical controls.
Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety of yourself and others.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, biology or related field is desired, but not required.
Demonstrated proficiency in operation of active and or passive water treatment systems is desired.

Responsibilities

Assist completion of site compliance inspections, monitoring and audits.
Comply with established protocols to collect water samples in accordance with permit requirements.
Maintain records to document site compliance and assist preparation of regulatory agency submittmits.
Provide reclamation/closure project safety and project oversight as directed.
Support implementation of Legacy Risk Management System.
Assist site water management across the Portfolio.
Assist Legacy Sr. Supervisor with site water treatment system operations.
Engage with environmental regulators, government agencies and other stakeholders on environmental topics within the NV Legacy Portfolio.