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Barminco Auto Electricians USA

PublishedPublished: 8/5/2026
Skilled Trades
Due to being awarded a new project in Elko, Nevada, USA we have an exciting opportunity for an Experienced Underground Auto Electrician to join us in our US Operations on 7 days on 7 days off residential roster.

The emphasis of the role is ensuring that the local workers are developing their skills and knowledge by way of sharing your experience and being a role model. You will require boundless energy, resilience, determination, and a genuine interest in working with people from diverse backgrounds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Carry out scheduled servicing to mobile equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with procedures, regulations, and the service sheet.
  • Utilise skill and experience to create minimum downtime on machinery.
  • Ensure correct recording and reporting of maintenance is achieved.
  • Maintain a high level of housekeeping in workshop and working areas at all times, ensure all parts are kept at minimum stock levels.
  • Read and interpret Service and Spare parts manuals.
  • Report all equipment faults to the Maintenance Foreman for scheduling into the workshop weekly Minimum Requirements:


Essential Requirements:

  • A demonstrated passion for safety and a proactive attitude toward ensuring that safety is front of mind for all employees at all times.
  • A sound knowledge on Sandvik U/G Development/Production Drills and Loaders
  • Experience on Caterpillar Underground Loaders
  • Proven knowledge on remote control systems either RCT or Automine.
  • Experienced in training less qualified tradespeople to a high standard in a high productivity underground contracting mining environment.
  • Strong background working with latest generation underground mobile equipment and associated automation systems.
  • At least 5 years post apprenticeship experience working within the underground mining industry on large mobile equipment.
  • Self-starter who will work with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent service and maintenance approach to the job.
  • International Driver's License.