Water Treatment and Site Technician-Leadville

Overview

Workplace Type:
Onsite
Founded in 1921, Newmont Mining Corporation is one of the largest gold mining companies in the world. Newmont prioritizes safety, diversity, employee engagement, innovation, rewarding high performance, and leadership development.

Your Impact
You will support safe and efficient Water Treatment Plant operations by following established procedures, contributing to a strong safety culture, and continuously improving how work gets done. Your attention to detail and willingness to learn will help protect people, the environment, and operational performance.

• Follow safe work practices and actively support Newmont’s safety culture
• Assist with pre-task planning, hazard identification, and risk assessments
• Support daily Water Treatment Plant operations and associated activities
• Learn and apply environmental, health, and safety (EHS) procedures and standards
• Communicate openly—ask questions, raise concerns, and stop unsafe work
• Contribute ideas to improve processes and team effectiveness
• Seek feedback and continuously improve performance

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant technical or safety training is an asset
• Basic understanding of safety practices, risk assessments, or willingness to learn
• Exposure to or interest in plant operations, water treatment, or similar environments
• Exposure to or interest in mine site remediation, monitoring, and maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive learning mindset
• Ability to follow procedures and use practical judgment to solve problems
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Basic proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel)
• Positive attitude, reliability, and commitment to safe work practices

• Site-based role within a Water Treatment Plant or mining operation
• Hands-on, team-oriented environment focused on safety and continuous learning
• Guided by established procedures, with opportunities to build practical experience
• Requires collaboration across teams and active participation in daily operations
• Site is based at an elevation above 10,000 ft; ability to work at high elevation and in inclement weather conditions

• Work for a global leader committed to safety, sustainability, and responsible mining
• Build foundational skills in operations, safety, and environmental practices
• Be part of a supportive team that values learning and development
• Contribute to meaningful work that protects communities and the environment

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

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