About Us:
At i-80 Gold, we are committed to establishing Nevada’s next leading mid-tier gold producer, underpinned by exceptional performance and a people-centered culture where every employee can contribute meaningfully. Our development plan encompasses five gold projects, including both open pit and underground mines—supported by three processing streams: the refurbishment of an autoclave processing facility, construction of a CIL plant, and a large-scale heap leach facility. This environment presents a valuable opportunity to expand your skillset and advance your career. For more information about i-80 Gold please visit our website: www.i80gold.com.
Who are we?
Join us during this period of rapid growth within a collaborative, small team setting with a flat organizational structure, guided by our core values: care, integrity, respect, collaboration, and excellence.
Position: Water Treatment Plant, Process Operator
i-80 Gold Corp is seeking a candidate to fill the position of water treatment plant operator. This position requires safe and efficient operation of one or more processes to achieve defined operating targets. These processes include operating heavy equipment, control room operation, chemical testing, visual workplace inspections on a timed interval, lifting of 50 lbs., mechanical work as needed to switch out or repair pumps or water treatment plant components.
Location: Granite Creek Mine, 6750 Getchell Mine Rd, Golconda Nevada, 89414
Responsibilities
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Operation of one or more-unit processes
- Reagent mixing and handling
- Monitoring equipment performance
- Monitoring and controlling reagent, water and/or slurry flow rates
- Checking pumps and valves
- Demonstrating effective safety leadership within a team environment and promoting environmental awareness in all work or task related duties
- Ensuring required documentation, logs and reports are up to date and complete
- Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping in work areas
- Conduct training and provide mentorship to new hires
- Working with and assisting the maintenance team (as required) to ensure equipment is in optimal operating condition to avoid unnecessary downtime or delays
- Promptly informing co-workers and supervisors of any recognized safety or operational issues
- Working with co-workers in a friendly and respectful manner
- Performing other duties as required
Qualifications
- Prior mining experience strongly preferred
- Prior water treatment plant experience preferred
- Skilled ability as a process operator preferred
- Ability to operate a semi-automated circuit preferred
- Experience operating forklifts and/or mobile equipment
- The ability to work both day shifts and night shifts
- Ability to work independently and complete tasks with minimal supervision
How to Apply:
Please refer to the Careers page on our website for instructions on how to apply. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
