Job Description

Wharf

We Pursue a Higher Standard

Coeur Mining is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing, precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo gold-silver complex in 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 silver-zinc-lead exploration project in British Columbia.

Coeur Wharf is an open-pit, heap-leach gold operation and the only gold mine operating in South Dakota. Located in the northern Black Hills, Wharf is the only known operating mine that shares a hillside with a ski resort, Terry Peak.

Coeur Wharf has been part of the local community since 1983, actively volunteering and supporting the arts, educational programs, beautification events and children’s and wellness programs.

Approximately 250 miners, geologists, engineers, environmentalists, operators and various business leaders are employed at the mine and call South Dakota home. Coeur Wharf 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 Summer Student is responsible for the performance of the following duties in a safe and productive manner.

Responsibilities: 

• Daily lunchroom and change room cleaning, painting, fence building and maintenance, reclamation work, piping, running parts, stocking and inventory count, road guards for blasting   
• Must be able to be trained in and able to operate light vehicles, and other equipment as necessary
• Learns by example and explanation the procedures and methods to maintain the pads and plant solution distribution system
• Unloads and stores supplies needed for plant and pad operation  
• Assists with upkeep of plant and maintenance of a safe working environment
• Other miscellaneous labor tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Physical Requirements 

• Follow all procedures and safety measures to assure safe production
• Work in all conditions and environments, approximately 80% of job is outdoors
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on an occasional basis
• Able to walk up and down slopes and uneven ground daily

 Workplace Requirements 

• Work as a team member and communicate openly with others
• Self-directed and able to take leadership role on many projects
• Willing to stop work for safety concerns and always abide by safety best practices, policies and procedures
• Work will be indoor and outdoor in all types of weather
• Must be 18 years of age
• This position may require the individual to be exposed to chemicals, confined spaces, working from heights and in areas where hearing protection is recommended.

Additional Information: Willing to work alternating between 5 work days, 5 days off, 4 work days, and 5 more days off.

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.