Electrical Technician - Fossil Rock

Job Description

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE:

This position will be the primary technical resource for all electrical needs and requirements of the mine on the shift assigned.

Responsible to keep current with new technologies as they apply to the mining industry. Assist management in teaching, training and qualifying other electrical personnel on the procedures of installing, troubleshooting and repairing various mine electrical systems and related components.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Maintain proper quality standards and cost awareness

Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and equipment

Observe and inspect electrical work to assist management in their training needs of other electrical technicians.

Assist the electrical department with safety and compliance with all applicable laws, codes and safe work procedures.

Demonstrate proper electrical procedures and compliance with company policies.

Maintain proper quality standards and cost awareness

Develop and share effective and efficient work methods. Develop and implement best practices.

Assist in annual electrical retraining.

Review new technologies and implement where practical as directed by management

Use creativity in problem solving and the enhancement of existing systems and processes

Proactive approach to optimizing available resources

Assist management in developing training programs for technicians.

Follow up on electrical work and permissibility inspections

Involved with planning monthly electrical inspections

Become intimate with monitoring and control systems - (PLC's, Conspec, RsViews)

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Must be self-starter & self-directed

Must have and maintain a positive attitude regarding trouble shooting

Must have excellent interpersonal skills

Must have excellent communications skills, both written and oral

Must have Underground and Surface MSHA electrical certifications

Must have Utah Fireboss certification or ability to obtain

Minimum of four years experience working with mining electronics and electrical systems

Demonstrated knowledge of motor control technology, circuit sizing and design.

Excellent knowledge of all applicable MSHA and NEC regulations.

Demonstrated knowledge and support of all company policies

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Excellent analytical problem solving skills

Willingness to teach others

Strong leadership abilities

What We Offer:

Competitive pay, great benefits, bonus pay, and a retirement plan with a 6% match. Post-offer screening required, EOE.

Post-offer drug and physical screening

Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Full-time