Job Description
Under the general supervision the incumbent performs Non-Destructive Testing of the equipment on the mine site while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values. He/she also will recommend equipment maintenance procedures that are engineered to maximize sitewide asset performance within the Kinross Way for Maintenance Guidelines.
Job Responsibilities
• Perform lubrication analysis on all Mine Equipment
• Perform Ultrasonic testing on equipment as required
• Perform infrared thermography
• Perform Ultrasonic (UT) inspections
• Perform Vibration Analysis
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis and reliability analysis initiatives.
• Provide timely condition based recommendations based on findings
• Accept responsibility for a variety of projects outside the day-to-day activities.
• Maintain written documentation needed for regulatory requirements and company policy.
• Moving, hauling, and lifting equipment as required by the repair or maintenance being performed.
• Specify certain parts when ordering, and complete appropriate paperwork and reports.
• Train on other NDT technologies.
• Responsible for managing the BMGC Environmental Health and Safety Management system in his/her areas of responsibility.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures including, but not limited to safety, environmental, confidentiality and code of conduct.
• Meets or exceeds established performance expectations set by management.
• Consistently exercises discretion and judgment in job performance.
• Works without risk or harm to self and others.
• Punctuality and regular attendance required.
• Perform other related functions as assigned by supervisor.
Education and Experience
• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving, communication and decision-making skills.
• Training in one, or more, of the NDT technologies preferred.
• Entry level certification in any one of the NDT technologies preferred.
• 4 years of experience in Mining Maintenance preferred.
• Strong analytic skills
• Capable of lifting and hauling equipment necessary to complete each job.
• Be able to accurately complete appropriate paperwork associated with test equipment and process equipment.
• Training on reliability practices, procedures, or methodologies is preferred.
• Must show ability on the following software programs:
o Knowledge of JDE is preferred
o Excel, Word and Outlook
• Work will be performed both indoors and outdoors in a general industrial environment. The incumbent may be asked to work straight days or shift work with overtime as needed. Appropriate PPE must be worn at all times.
• Ability to Physical perform required work assignments.
• Ability to learn from others and adopt best practices.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• General understanding of mining operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the management team.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
• Requires valid driver’s license.
Health, Safety, and Environmentl Requirements
• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.
Reporting Relationships
This position reports to the Reliability Engineer.