Underground Miner - Utility Crew

Northern Star Pogo LLC•Delta Junction, AK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Northern Star Resources Limited is seeking an experienced Underground Miner/Bullgang member for their Pogo operation in Alaska. This role is crucial for supporting increased production and involves operating equipment and performing various mining tasks related to the Bullgang/Utility Service Crew. The position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity within a world-class operation on a rotational camp schedule.

Requirements

Two years experience as a miner in an underground setting.
Basic mechanical knowledge.
Good communication skills, including ability to read and speak English.
Basic computer literacy.
Flexibility to adapt to improved procedures and practices.
Must have good comprehension of safe operating procedures, safety rules, policies, emergency procedures, and MSHA requirements.
Must pass a post offer physical and drug test, as well as a background check.

Nice To Haves

Ability to provide leadership and training to new team members.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate equipment and perform various mining tasks related to Bullgang/Utility Service Crew.
Installation of underground services (utilities) and ventilation to all development and production headings.
Installation of various underground infrastructure such as paste walls, paste pipe, vent doors, fan bulkheads etc.
Hanging of secondary ventilation fans.
Carry out pre-starts when paste filling of stopes underground.
Installation of cable bolts.
Monitoring and controlling paste pours.
Fabrication of pipe.
Installation and monitoring of mine dewatering.
Working as directed to minimize equipment down-time and maximize productivity.
General laboring as required.
General housekeeping of the work area.
Ensuring that all tools and equipment are serviceable and safe.
Communicate clearly and effectively on two-way radio.
Ensure all safety related activities are undertaken in accordance with Company policy and MSHA requirements including Hazard ID's, pre-start checks, pre-start meetings, and incident reporting.
Assist with fault finding and preventative maintenance.
Assessing and monitoring of ground conditions.
Conduct scaling in accordance with site requirements.
Perform such other duties as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
Other duties may include Haul Truck, Nipper, Mucking, Powder Crew & Rockpick.

Benefits

Bonuses
Insurances
401(K)
Paid leave
Ongoing development opportunities and growth
Permanent position and extended mine-life offering job security
Company provided camp facilities (dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, accommodation rooms)
Dormitory rooms with land line phone, Wi-Fi & cable TV
Cell service available through Wi-Fi
Bus service to and from Fairbanks, Delta Junction and Tok, Alaska