Dewatering Mechanic

Located approximately 26 miles from the City of Fairbanks, Fort Knox is a centre of excellence for the Company as one of the few cold weather heap leach facilities in the world. Fort Knox celebrated its 25-year anniversary in 2021, and has produced over 8.5 million ounces since it began operation. In 2020, Kinross acquired Manh Choh – a project expected to commence production in 2024 and process ore at Fort Knox.

Fort Knox prioritizes being a strong contributor to the State and local communities, and since 2001, has helped support more than 300 community partners and has contributed more than US $25 million to the Alaska Mental Health Trust.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis as protected by applicable state, federal and/or local law.

Fort Knox is NOT a camp mine.

The Dewatering Mechanic ensures the consistent and efficient operation of the pit dewatering system.

• Monitor system operation on a daily basis i.e., Check that each well is operational and monitor pipelines/fitting for leaks.
• Perform system repairs as necessary.
• Monitor all generators daily for operating parameters (volts, amps, hz).
• Oversee installation of support equipment and necessary piping.
• Work with operations/electricians to coordinate installation or movement of piping.
• Maintain operational inventory of materials.
• Ensure daily safety of infrastructure i.e., Determine necessary pipeline re-routes and well integrity near shot patterns and new excavations.
• Ensure all access to infrastructure is available.
• Fuse HDPE pipe and construct pipelines using appropriate hardware.
• Install and replace pumps as necessary.
• Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
• Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the state.
• Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Employee must have sufficient education to read and write instructions, perform simple mathematical calculations and keep records.

• Have a basic electrical/wiring familiarity (interface of pumps, generators heat trace and power requirements).
• Ability to operate and service truck, skid steer.
• Basic knowledge of submersible pumps.
• Must be able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge and skill with a P.C. utilizing spreadsheet programs.
• Basic knowledge of piping and plumbing supplies.
• Ability to function within the qualifications outlined in the attached physical demands sheets.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Progression through wage scale is contingent upon satisfactory completion of attached checklists.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions required.

Works under the direct supervision of the dewatering & facilities supervisor.

Travel not required, only exceptionally.

Kinross Gold Corporation is a Canadian-based gold and silver mining company founded in 1993 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.