Mechanical Technician (Winnemucca, NV)

At Orica, its the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

Its an exciting time to join us we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

Orica has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023 and 2024.

If interested in joining the Orica team and to be contacted by the Orica Recruiting team, text New Job to 52345.

Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for a Mechanical Technician within our Specialty Mining Chemicals team.

The Mechanical Technician is responsible in assisting the maintenance team in the service and repair of all plant equipment, resulting in reliable production runs with limited mechanical downtime. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for all day-to-day maintenance needs. Duties may include regular/preventative machinery maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical or facilities issues, making necessary repairs, and completing all related documentation.

• Provide maintenance support to Operations department for all mechanical equipment
• Weekly oil and grease checks of rolling stock and certain process equipment
• Repair of process vessels during shutdowns and support for startups
• Installing and testing of various rotating equipment, pumps, seals, and gaskets
• Basic understanding of testing motors and sensors for different testers
• Basic ability to trace electrical wires, read a volt/ohm meter. Basic instrument understanding (4-20) signals
• Forklift training, crane, truck driving, refrigerating training, and hydraulics
• Ability to create/issue work orders and PMs in the CMMS (i.e. M3, SAP, and passport)
• Knowledge of piping systems manual valves and welding capability is a plus
  

Minimum/Required Experience

5+ years experience or equivalent experience in maintenance/electrical/welding preferred
2-5 years of process control experience preferred
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic computer skills

• While performing the duties of this job, this position is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Frequently is required to sit and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and taste or smell
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Have a clean driving record and possess a current/valid Nevada drivers license
• Stainless and/or Carbon welding certifications preferred

• Monday to Friday
• Onsite Full-time, on call every four weeks

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

• Medical/Prescription Drug Two (2) plans to choose from
• Dental One (1) plan to choose from
• Vision One (1) plan to choose from
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) + Company Match 100% vested on first day.
• Company provided Bonding Leave
• Accrued Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick & Safe Time
• Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyones contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made. Please also be advised that Orica will never request payment or require candidates to deposit a check during the recruitment and onboarding processes.

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug-free workplace.