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The Opportunity The Underground Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing electrical, instrumentation ...

The Opportunity The Underground Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, calibrating, and repairing electrical, instrumentation ...

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Underground Electrical Frontline Supervisor

Sparks, NV • On-site

Barrick Gold Corporation
Coal, Metals and Minerals Mining • 10K+ employees

Full-time

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Underground Electrical Supervisor - Goldstrike Operations
Nevada Gold Mines | Career Growth Opportunity
Key Responsibilities:
  1. Electrical Systems Leadership
    • Lead surface/underground electrical operations including installation, maintenance, and repair of:
      • High-voltage distribution systems
      • Industrial control panels
      • Mine-specific electrical infrastructure
    • Ensure 24/7 equipment reliability through preventive maintenance programs
  2. Team & Contractor Management
    • Directly supervise 15+ electrical technicians across 3 shifts
    • Coordinate contractor activities for specialized projects ($1M+ capex initiatives)
    • Implement MSHA-compliant safety protocols across all work areas
  3. Operational Excellence
    • Conduct monthly arc flash risk assessments
    • Maintain NFPA 70E compliance documentation
    • Optimize maintenance workflows using CMMS (SAP)
  4. Technical Oversight
    • Troubleshoot complex electrical faults (PLC-controlled systems)
    • Review engineering drawings for infrastructure upgrades
    • Manage $2M+ annual spare parts inventory
  5. Continuous Improvement
    • Lead RCA investigations for critical equipment failures
    • Implement energy efficiency initiatives (10% YOY reduction target)
    • Develop cross-training programs for multi-skilled workforce

(Mining Industry Standards Compliance)
1. Safety & Compliance Credentials
Mandatory:
MSHA Part 48 certification with 5+ years perfect safety record
Physical capacity for underground work (NFPA 70E compliant PPE usage)
Valid Nevada state electrical supervisor license
2. Operational Experience
Required:
8+ years maintaining underground systems:
• 1kV+ distribution networks
• Diesel-electric haulage systems
• Refuge station backups
2+ full mine lifecycle project completions
3. Leadership Competencies
Preferred:
5 years managing teams of 10+ in 24/7 operations
Contractor management experience ($500k+ projects)
SAP PM/EAM system implementation background
4. Technical Proficiency
Required:
Advanced troubleshooting of:
• Allen-Bradley PLC systems
• Fiber optic mine communication networks
ArcGIS mapping for infrastructure planning
5. Specialized Knowledge
Preferred:
Expertise in:
• Joy Global continuous miners (14CM series)
• Atlas Copco ventilation solutions
• Paste fill pumping systems
Battery electric vehicle (BEV) infrastructure
6. Documentation Standards
Required:
NEC Article 110 compliance reporting
Lockout-tagout (LOTO) program administration
Preventive maintenance scheduling (ISO 55000)
This revision:
Adds quantifiable performance metrics
Specifies equipment manufacturers/models
References regulatory standards
Structures requirements by competency areas
Maintains clear required/preferred distinctions

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