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We are a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with seven wholly-owned operations: the New Afton gold-copper mine in British Columbia, Canada, the Rainy River gold-silver mine in Ontario, Canada, the Las Chispas silver-gold mine in Sonora, Mexico, the Palmarejo gold-silver mine in Chihuahua, Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip polymetallic critical minerals exploration project in British Columbia, Canada.

Coeur Alaska’s Kensington mine comprises an underground, hard-rock gold mine, associated milling facilities and a campsite in the historic Berners Bay Mining District, 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau. The mine is accessed via company transportation including bus rides and a boat ride through Lynn Canal.

Coeur Alaska is an integral part of the local community and actively supports education and workforce development programs, environmental stewardship efforts, arts and culture, and local nonprofit agencies through monetary investments, in-kind support, and employee volunteerism.

Approximately 400 miners, mechanics, engineers, operators, geologists, environmental technicians, exploration, and business leaders operate the Kensington mine. Coeur Alaska prioritizes safety, teamwork, career development and growth. If you want to grow your career in a progressive, team-oriented environment, apply today.

About the Job:

The Mobile Mechanic will report to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for safe and efficient operation and maintenance of surface and underground mining equipment.  The schedule for this position is 14 days on at the mine site located about 45-miles north of Juneau, accessible only through company transportation, and 14 days off.  This position is not eligible for day-tripping (arriving to and leaving the mine site each day of work). 

Responsibilities:

Safety and Compliance

• Stop work for safety concerns and abide by safety best practices, policies, and procedures.
• Responsible for pre-shift inspection of work areas and equipment.
• Employees must comply with all company policies including, but not limited to: attendance, safety, environmental, and HR policies.
• Employees are responsible for understanding and complying with the Environment, Health, Safety, and Social Responsibility Policies.
• Employees must protect the environment and their own safety, as well as those around them.

Maintenance and Repair

• Maintain and repair surface and/or underground mobile mining equipment such as drills, bolters, loaders, haul trucks, and heavy and light-duty support equipment.
• Perform proper troubleshooting and repairs to maintain equipment availability.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components of mobile mining equipment.
• Diesel and gas engine troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Intermediate welding and fabrication.
• Perform in-depth preventive maintenance (PMs) to identify and resolve issues before they lead to equipment breakdowns.

Documentation and Communication

• Enter hours into work orders daily.
• Enter service and repair notes to work orders daily.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities.
• Communicate equipment status and repair needs with supervisors and team members.

Additional Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance and report anomalies promptly.
• Assist in training new technicians on standard procedures and safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification/degree in Heavy Equipment Mechanical Maintenance for a vocational tech school or equivalent work history.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a team-oriented mindset – being respectful, reliable, and easy to work with is just as important as technical skills. 
• Willingness to assist others, adapt to changing conditions, and proactively solve problems in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
• Excellent safety, attendance, and work records.
• Must have own hand tools. 
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with all mine site personnel.
• Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust, and takes accountability.
• Preference given to Alaska residents.

Work Environment:

Employees will be frequently exposed to underground work environments; outside weather conditions, wet and/or humid conditions; extreme cold, extreme heat, potentially hazardous wildlife; moving mechanical parts; work at heights; fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives and vibration. The noise level in most work environments is usually very loud. This position may require work on nights, weekends and rotating shifts; shift schedules require residency in camp during work rotations.

Physical Demands:

This position requires the ability to safely perform work in a mining environment, including, but not limited to:

• Working outdoors in a wide range of environmental conditions, including rain, snow, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and periods of limited daylight.
• Working in underground and surface mining environments, including maintenance shops, underground drifts, PM bays, fabrication shops, active mining areas, and equipment operating zones. Work areas may vary significantly in temperature, ventilation, moisture, noise levels, and ground conditions.
• Frequently standing, walking, and maneuvering on uneven, slippery, rocky, or confined surfaces both underground and on the surface.
• Climbing stairs, ladders, equipment access systems, escapeways, and working at varying heights when required.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling tools, components, and materials. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds may be required with or without assistance.
• Performing physically demanding tasks including bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, twisting, and working in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Operating hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and mobile maintenance equipment while maintaining physical coordination and dexterity.
• Wearing and properly utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respiratory protection when applicable, and working safely in varying environmental conditions.
• Participating in emergency response, mine rescue support activities as required, and evacuation procedures in accordance with site safety standards.

Mine Site Information:

The Kensington Mine is located within the historic Berners Bay Mining District, a region with deep mining roots that date back over a century. The mine site is a remote camp located approximately 45 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska. Transportation to and from the mine site happens twice per day (once in the morning and once in the afternoon) and takes approximately 1.5 hours each way. To get to the mine site, employees board a bus in Juneau that transports to the Yankee Cove dock (~30 minutes), then board a boat (~45 minutes), then board another bus to the camp area (~15 minutes). Food and housing is provided on-site to employees. Rooms are dormitory style with two twin beds, a TV, and storage for your personal belongings.

Notice to Applicants: 

After you apply, you will receive an email confirming the receipt of your application.  Please allow up to 4 weeks for review of your application as many hiring managers work a rotational schedule that results in longer review periods.  Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to speak to every applicant individually.  Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by Coeur.  If you are not selected for an interview you will be notified via email after the position has been filled.

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the “Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.