Technician, Mill Maintenance

About Centerra Gold

Headquartered in Toronto, Centerra Gold (TSX: CG) is one of the leading North American gold and copper producers engaged in the operation, exploration, development, and acquisition in Asia, North America, and other markets worldwide. Centerra’s vision is to build a team-based culture of excellence that responsibly delivers sustainable value and growth. We are committed to the safety, integrity, ethics, and fairness of our operations, promoting the highest standards of ethical business conduct of our employees, officers, and directors.

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The Thompson Creek Mine is a primary, surface molybdenum mine and mill located approximately 48 kilometers southwest of the town of Challis in Idaho's Custer County. In operation since 1983, the mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods with large electric-powered shovels that can each move up to 100,000 tons of waste rock and ore per day. Thompson Creek Mine promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

We are looking for a Technician, Mill Maintenance to join our Thompson Creek team. In this role you will ensure the effective operation of various mill, tailings, outlying area pumps and crushing equipment by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing components as required primarily through the preventative maintenance program, but also to act when necessary to keep all gear running smoothly and effectively.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain and repair mill equipment as requested by Maintenance Supervision from the most complex to the simplest tasks.
• Use computer programs to check reported trouble and order parts.
• Maximize equipment availability through utilizing efficient and proactive preventative maintenance programs.
• Perform preventative maintenance such as inspections, lubricating, oil changes, and failure analysis.
• Diagnose faults and malfunctions and carry out necessary repairs including major component replacement and repair or rebuild.
• Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other policies, procedures, and requirements.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment. Work together as a team with Mill Operations to ensure the mill site works as a well oiled, harmonious unit.
• Other duties as assigned.

To qualify, the following skills and experiences are required:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Mill wright technology trade school certification preferred.
• 3+ years related experience preferred.
• Excellent safety record.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to personal transportation.
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in adverse conditions.

As a valued member of Centerra Gold's Thompson Creek Mine operation's team, you can look forward to a competitive hourly rate. Centerra's industry-leading benefits include:

• PTO
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan with Company match
• Healthcare Spending Account
• Company Incentive Bonus
• Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
• Reimbursements on work gear and equipment
• Professional development within the organization
• Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Please note, compensation and benefit packages vary depending on department or position.

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development. If you have the relevant skills to bring success to our team, then we invite you to apply today! Apply Now