Underground Electrical Frontline Supervisor
- Carlin, NV
- Permanent
- Full-time
Nevada Gold Mines | Career Growth OpportunityKey Responsibilities:Electrical Systems LeadershipLead surface/underground electrical operations including installation, maintenance, and repair of:
∙ High-voltage distribution systems
∙ Industrial control panels
∙ Mine-specific electrical infrastructureEnsure 24/7 equipment reliability through preventive maintenance programsTeam & Contractor ManagementDirectly supervise 15+ electrical technicians across 3 shiftsCoordinate contractor activities for specialized projects ($1M+ capex initiatives)Implement MSHA-compliant safety protocols across all work areasOperational ExcellenceConduct monthly arc flash risk assessmentsMaintain NFPA 70E compliance documentationOptimize maintenance workflows using CMMS (SAP)Technical OversightTroubleshoot complex electrical faults (PLC-controlled systems)Review engineering drawings for infrastructure upgradesManage $2M+ annual spare parts inventoryContinuous ImprovementLead RCA investigations for critical equipment failuresImplement 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 recordPhysical capacity for underground work (NFPA 70E compliant PPE usage)Valid Nevada state electrical supervisor license2. Operational Experience
🔧 Required:8+ years maintaining underground systems:
∙ 1kV+ distribution networks
∙ Diesel-electric haulage systems
∙ Refuge station backups2+ full mine lifecycle project completions3. Leadership Competencies
👥 Preferred:5 years managing teams of 10+ in 24/7 operationsContractor management experience ($500k+ projects)SAP PM/EAM system implementation background4. Technical Proficiency
💻 Required:Advanced troubleshooting of:
∙ Allen-Bradley PLC systems
∙ Fiber optic mine communication networksArcGIS mapping for infrastructure planning5. Specialized Knowledge
🏗 Preferred:Expertise in:
∙ Joy Global continuous miners (14CM series)
▪ Atlas Copco ventilation solutions
∙ Paste fill pumping systemsBattery electric vehicle (BEV) infrastructure6. Documentation Standards
📑 Required:NEC Article 110 compliance reportingLockout-tagout (LOTO) program administrationPreventive 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