Operations Mentor - Mine Maintenance
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Operations Mentor - Mine Maintenance
Requisition
Location:
Climax, CO, US, 80429
Category:
Operations
At Climax Molybdenum, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career.
We accept applications on an ongoing basis.
Where You Will WorkClimax Molybdenum is the world’s leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business safely, efficiently and responsibly. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years, with mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax Mine is located between Frisco and Leadville – the seat of Lake County and the highest incorporated city in the United States.
Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $1,450 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines.
At an elevation of over 10,000 feet, the rich historic town of Leadville is surrounded by snow-capped mountains. Our employees and their families can enjoy hiking, camping, ultramarathon activities, skiing, and boating in the area. Some attractions in Leadville include the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Ski Cooper, Tennessee Pass Cookhouse, Tabor Opera House and the Leadville National Fish Hatchery.
With the abundant outdoor recreation and numerous schools and amenities in the area, take a chance to advance your career with Climax Molybdenum and live life at the top! Visit Welcome to Leadville, Colorado () to learn more.
- Train crew members in varied areas within the scope of incumbent’s Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
(KSAs), individually or in a team, on department-specific jobs and skills. - Support department development/operational initiatives through direct interaction with mentees, department leadership, and technical training. Act as liaison between various groups (e.g., training, department, and employee) to facilitate understanding and response to shortcomings and opportunities.
- Assesses task/skill competency of individual crew members
- Assists department supervision/training institute in identifying technical competencies and developing & maintaining department SOPs and other training materials.
- Integral in updating training-related documentation for department workforce
- Perform other duties as requested that correlate with the primary objective of developing and mentoring others in an operating area.
- Seven (7) years of industrial work experience (e.g., construction, material handling, conveying, fixed or mobile equipment maintenance, mobile equipment operation, underground mining).
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- Bachelor’s degree and (3) years of industrial work experience (e.g., construction, material handling, conveying, fixed or mobile equipment maintenance, mobile equipment operation, underground mining).
- Direct experience in processes, equipment, and maintenance akin to operating areas where mentoring activity will occur (e.g., mine operations, fixed plant operations, fixed plant maintenance, mobile equipment operations, mobile equipment maintenance).
- Ability to communicate effectively across multiple platforms (in-person, paper, digital)
- Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
- Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
- Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
- High School diploma or equivalent
- At least 10 years directly related work experience
- Recognized as highly skilled in all KSAs identified by the department Line-of-Progression.
The estimated pay range for this role is currently $31.00 - $41.00/hour. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or…
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