Surface Equipment Operator at Coeur Mining

Juneau, Alaska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Equipment Operation, Safety Compliance, Maintenance, Heavy Equipment Operation, Light Equipment Operation, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Communication, Independent Work, Snow Removal, Dredging, Forklift Operation, Articulated Haul Trucks

Industry

mining

Description

We Pursue a Higher Standard Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia. Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine comprises an underground, hard-rock gold mine, associated milling facilities and a campsite in the historic Berners Bay Mining District, 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau. The mine is accessed via company transportation including bus rides and a boat ride through Lynn Canal. Coeur Alaska is an integral part of the local community and actively supports education and workforce development programs, environmental stewardship efforts, arts and culture, and local nonprofit agencies through monetary investments, in-kind support, and employee volunteerism. Approximately 400 miners, mechanics, engineers, operators, geologists, environmental technicians, exploration, and business leaders operate the Kensington mine. Coeur Alaska prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today. About the Job: The Surface Equipment Operator will report to the Surface Supervisor and is responsible for safe operation of surface equipment, buses, snow removal, dredging, and other projects using shovels and other tools. The schedule for this position is 14 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 14 days off. Responsibilities: * Responsible for ensuring a safe workplace while supporting environmental policies and regulations. * Responsible for assisting with the shift pre-start safety and planning meeting. * Clean, grease, adjust, and maintain equipment, using hand tools when needed. * Heavy and light equipment operator. * The regular schedule for this position is 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotational position. It will require work on weekends, holidays and rotating shifts; shift schedules require residency in on-site camp during work rotations with shared rooms. Required Qualifications & Skills: * Ability to work safe and promote safe behavior in others. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills. * Willingness to assist others, adapt to changing conditions, and proactively solve problems in a dynamic and inclusive work environment. * Willingness to learn and be trained on Surface related tasks and equipment. * Ability to work in different environments including wet & freezing weather, underground, nights, over water, at heights. * Ability to work manual labor including dredging ponds, shoveling snow, fusing pipe, cutting brush, cleaning under equipment, etc. * Ability to operate multiple pieces of equipment such as pickups, tractor trailers, forklifts, articulated haul trucks, in differing weather conditions. * Ability to work independently and to accept responsibility. * Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. * Good reasoning abilities; well organized; work well under pressure. * Employees must comply with all company policies including, but not limited to attendance, safety, environmental, and HR policies. Employees are responsible for understanding and complying with the Environment, Health, Safety and Social Responsibility Policy. Employees must protect the environment and their own safety, as well as those around them. * Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust and takes accountability. * Preference given to Southeast Alaska residents. Recruitment Window: Applications will be accepted through April 9th, 2026. It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Responsibilities

The Surface Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of surface equipment, buses, snow removal, and dredging, while also assisting with shift pre-start safety meetings. This role also involves cleaning, greasing, adjusting, and maintaining equipment using hand tools as necessary.