Underground Electrician
About The Position
The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician will repair and maintain associated surface fixed equipment and Underground infrastructure and equipment. Install, maintain, inspect, and repair underground electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, communication, and control systems Troubleshoot electrical faults on fixed plant and mobile mining equipment Perform preventative maintenance and inspections to minimize downtime and improve reliability Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and manuals Safely work on low, medium, and high-voltage systems in accordance with site procedures and legislation Install and maintain substations, switchgear, transformers, VFDs, and motor control systems Conduct lockout/tagout (LOTO), grounding, and testing procedures Identify electrical hazards and participate in risk assessments and job hazard analyses (JHAs) Work closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to support production goals Accurately complete work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance records Respond to breakdowns and emergency repairs as required Follow all MSHA/OSHA regulations, site safety policies, and electrical codes Maintain a strong focus on personal safety, coworker safety, and equipment protection Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
- On-the-job experience and vocational training
- Must adhere to the OceanaGold Code of Conduct
- Journeyman Electrician certification or equivalent trade qualification
- Minimum 10 years of experience as an electrician, preferably in underground mining or heavy industrial environments
- Strong knowledge of underground mining electrical systems and regulations
- Experience with medium-voltage systems, PLCs, VFDs, and mining mobile equipment preferred
- Ability to work in confined spaces and physically demanding underground conditions
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Electrical diagnostics and fault finding
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement
Nice To Haves
- Experience with medium-voltage systems, PLCs, VFDs, and mining mobile equipment preferred
Responsibilities
- Repair and maintain associated surface fixed equipment and Underground infrastructure and equipment
- Install, maintain, inspect, and repair underground electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, communication, and control systems
- Troubleshoot electrical faults on fixed plant and mobile mining equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and inspections to minimize downtime and improve reliability
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, drawings, and manuals
- Safely work on low, medium, and high-voltage systems in accordance with site procedures and legislation
- Install and maintain substations, switchgear, transformers, VFDs, and motor control systems
- Conduct lockout/tagout (LOTO), grounding, and testing procedures
- Identify electrical hazards and participate in risk assessments and job hazard analyses (JHAs)
- Work closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to support production goals
- Accurately complete work orders, inspection reports, and maintenance records
- Respond to breakdowns and emergency repairs as required
- Follow all MSHA/OSHA regulations, site safety policies, and electrical codes
- Maintain a strong focus on personal safety, coworker safety, and equipment protection
- Participate in safety meetings, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
- Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
- Long service recognition
- Living Our Values recognition program
- In-office snack shop
- Monthly paid training available and professional development
- Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
- Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
