Mine Diagnostic Electrician
*near Empire, CO (45 miles WEST of DENVER via I-70W)
- $33-$44.50/hour + $10,200 Annual Bonus
- $1,450 Monthly Housing Allowance
- FULL-TIME … PERMANENT POSITION … DIRECT HIRE … 50-60Hrs/wk.
Why This Opportunity
Join a skilled electrical team supporting an underground molybdenum mining operation in Colorado.
You’ll work with industrial electrical, instrumentation & control systems in a safety-focused environment with opportunities to build your skills & advance your career.
What You’ll Do
Perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, repair & installation throughout the mining & processing operation.
- Install, remove & repair electrical components & systems
- Troubleshoot industrial electrical & instrumentation equipment
- Perform preventive maintenance on substations, switchgear, motors & motor controls
- Troubleshoot AC/DC drives, PLCs, overhead cranes & control systems
- Work with low & medium voltage equipment
- Calibrate transmitters, transducers & weigh scales
- Troubleshoot process controls, instrumentation & pneumatic equipment
- Perform electrical installations & renovations to applicable standards
- Read electrical prints, schematics, technical manuals & documentation
- Complete routine & non-routine repairs safely & efficiently
- Follow SOPs & work area instructions
- Participate in safety & environmental programs
- May mentor or train other electrical workers
Where You Will Work
The Henderson Mine is an underground molybdenum mining operation approximately 42 miles west of Denver & 10 miles west of Empire, Colorado.
The mine has operated since 1976 & includes a large block-cave underground mining complex feeding a concentrator capable of processing approximately 32,000 metric tons per day.
The Henderson Mill is approximately 15 miles west of the mine between Dillon & Kremmling. The mine & mill are connected by a 15-mile conveyor system, including 10 miles underground.
The sites are surrounded by the Arapaho National Forest, offering year-round access to hiking, cross-country skiing & snowshoeing.
What You Bring
- Completion of an approved electronics, electrical &/or instrumentation program
- 4+ years of industrial electrical &/or instrumentation repair & maintenance experience
- Associate degree or trade school certification in a related field plus 2+ years of relevant experience
Additional Requirements
- Electrical circuit troubleshooting, maintenance & repair experience
- Ability to read & apply electrical prints, schematics & technical manuals
- Effective written & verbal communication skills
- Ability to meet training & safety requirements
- Ability to obtain required personal tools within 90 days of hire
- Ability to complete required academic, practical & written assessments
Preferred Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- VFD, PLC, HMI &/or SCADA experience
- Low & medium voltage experience
- AC/DC controls experience
- Industrial instrumentation experience
- Diagnostic electrical test equipment experience
- HVAC equipment experience
Work Requirements
- Ability to work a 24/7, 365-day operation
- Ability to work non-standard schedules, including shifts other than days
- Medical examination may be required
- Successful completion of required training & testing
- Pre-employment & ongoing drug/alcohol testing as permitted by law
Equal Opportunity Employer
Climax Molybdenum is committed to equal employment opportunities & a workplace where employees are treated with respect & professionalism.
Pay & Key Benefits
- $33.00–$45.50/hour
- $1,450/month housing allowance for eligible on-site employees
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Company-paid life & disability insurance
- 401(k) employer contribution/match
- Paid time off, sick time, holidays & parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted pet, auto, home & vehicle insurance
- Internal career progression opportunities
Top 25 ATS Key Skills/Keywords
Industrial Electrical Maintenance • Electrical Troubleshooting • Underground Mining • Instrumentation • PLC Troubleshooting • VFDs • AC/DC Drives • Motor Controls • Low Voltage • Medium Voltage • Power Distribution • Switchgear • Substations • Electrical Schematics • Electrical Prints • Process Controls • HMI • SCADA • Industrial Automation • Preventive Maintenance • Electrical Installation • Diagnostic Test Equipment • Control Systems • Field Instrumentation • Electrical Repair
Pay: $33.00 - $45.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of industrial electrical maintenance experience do you have?
- Do you have experience troubleshooting industrial electrical systems?
- Do you have experience reading electrical schematics & prints?
- Do you have experience troubleshooting PLCs?
- Do you have experience working with VFDs or AC/DC drives?
- Do you have experience working with low & medium voltage electrical systems?
- Do you have experience with motor controls & industrial motors?
- Do you have experience with electrical instrumentation or process controls?
- Do you have experience using electrical diagnostic test equipment?
- Are you able to obtain the required personal tools within 90 days of hire?
- Do you have an electrical, electronics, instrumentation or related trade-school certification?
- Do you have experience performing preventive maintenance on industrial electrical equipment?
Ability to Commute:
- Denver, CO 80281 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Denver, CO 80281: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: In person
