Mechanic Pad
Date: Jun 26, 2024
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA
Company: Kinross Gold Corporation
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*
Job Description
Provides non-technical general labor and equipment operation support for the heap leach department. Assists with pad lay-out, pipe fusing and pump maintenance. Check flows, pressures and perform general cleanup. Will operate equipment such as dozers, bobcats, forklifts and loaders. Must comply with all company safety regulations, operation requirements, and efficiency levels while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross' values.
Job Responsibilities
1. Responsible for building, site, and shop cleanup.
2. Assists mechanic in carrying machine parts and tools and materials to and from the worksites.
3. Performs equipment walk around, inspects and operates equipment, properly disposes of wastes.
4. Perform ground and facility maintenance including but not limited to snow removal and general cleanup.
5. Perform small equipment and machine checks and repairs.
6. Punctuality and regular attendance are required.
7. Meet or exceed established performance expectations set by management.
8. Possession of a valid driver license issued by the state.
9. Work without significant risk of harm to self and others.
10. Compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality, and environmental policies.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Employee must have sufficient education to read and write, perform simple mathematics, and maintain neat and accurate records.
Skills
- Experience in building, site, and shop maintenance/cleanup preferred.
- Experience operating small equipment such as forklifts, bobcats, and loaders preferred.
- Ability to work without constant, direct supervision.
- Involves lifting and moving various materials in weights up to 50 or more pounds, climbing up and down stairs, and working in an outdoors environment.
- Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions required.
- Must have solid verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to read and understand repair manuals and prings.
- Must be available to work holidays and weekends.
Reporting Relationships
This position reports to the Heap Leach and Crusher Maintenance General Foreman
Legislative Requirements
Language Requirements
Travel Requirements
Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).
