Electrician/Instrumentation (Thompson Creek)

Centerra Gold

$71K — $97K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in automation/instrumentation or industrial electrical field.
  • Experience with electrical shovels and related equipment.
  • Proficient with PLC and HMI systems.
  • Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives.
  • Technical Certificates and Journeyman License preferred.
  • Competent in reading electrical schematics.
  • Ability to work alternating shifts, including nights.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at the mine.
  • Calibrate and repair control devices as needed.
  • Use PLC ladder logic for system diagnostics.
  • Repair and terminate high voltage cables for electric shovels.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure project safety and effectiveness.
  • Utilize SAP for inventory and work order management.
  • Ensure a clean and organized work environment.

Benefits

  • PTO (Paid Time Off)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401k retirement plan with company match
  • Healthcare Spending Account
  • Annual Incentive Bonus
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with company match
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Full Job Description
About Thompson Creek Mine

The Thompson Creek Mine is a primary, surface molybdenum mine and mill located approximately 48 kilometers southwest of the town of Challis in Idaho's Custer County.

In operations since 1983, the mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods with large electric-powered shovels that can each move up to 100,000 tons of waste rock and ore per day.

Thompson Creek Mine promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.

About The Opportunity

We are looking for an Electrician/Instrumentation to join our Thompson Creek team. This role will be responsible for Electrical and Instrumentation troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance while performing all duties in a safe and efficient manner.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Maintain Electrical systems for Thompson Creek Mine.
  • Calibrate, repair, install, and replace various final control devices.
  • Troubleshoot damaged or nonworking electrical circuits.
  • Use PLC ladder logic to diagnose and troubleshoot systems.
  • Repair and terminate 25 kV ground cables for electric shovels.
  • Repair high voltage lines, perform basic work such as replacing cutouts or insulators in de-energized state.
  • Replace lighting fixtures, ballasts, and bulbs.
  • Use Rockwell Automation software to modify HMI information in graphics server.
  • Complete PMs on multiple styles of emergency generator systems.
  • Provide site wide support for all electrical equipment.
  • Maintain clean work environment.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, operations, and fellow technicians to complete projects safely and effectively.
  • Comply with TCM safety, health, environmental policies, procedures, and requirements.
  • Use SAP software to purchase parts, check inventories, and print work orders.


About You

To qualify, the following skills and experiences are required:

  • 5 years of experience in automation/instrumentation or 5 years of experience in industrial electrical field, preferred.
  • Experience working with electrical shovels including sub skids and splitters.
  • Experience working with PLC and HMI.
  • Experience working with Variable Frequency Drives.
  • Technical Certificates in related fields.
  • Journeyman License or trade school preferred.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and understand electrical symbols.
  • Must be able to work alternating shifts including night shifts.
  • Willingness to learn from others.
  • Must possess a valid drivers license.
  • Minimum High School Diploma or GED.


About The Benefits

As a valued member of Centerra's Thompson Creek Mine operation's team, you can look forward to a competitive annual salary. You'll also gain access to Centerra's industry-leading benefits including**:

  • PTO
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401k retirement plan with Company match
  • Healthcare Spending Account
  • Annual Incentive Bonus
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company match
  • Professional development within the organization
  • Join a company committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion


**Please note, compensation and benefit packages vary depending on department or position.

This is your chance to be part of an established, industry-leading global organization with incredible room for career growth and personal development.

If you have the relevant skills to bring success to our team, then we invite you to apply today!

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