Becoming an electrician in Butte, Montana, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. Butte, Montana, has a strong demand for electricians, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting 762,600 electricians nationwide, and projections of a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Butte, Montana, earn an average of $504.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $1,000 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and local platforms help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Who We Are: Barminco forms part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company. Barminco can offer you opportunities to take your career to the next level as one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, with operations in Australia, Africa and North America. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities. Barminco is looking for dedicated people that are eager to start a career in underground mining and join our vibrant team. The collective talent and expertise of our people is the key to our success, and we are looking for talented people to join us. We seek to build teams who are loyal, committed to our values and dedicated to delivering for our clients. In return, we provide state of the art facilities, equipment, technology and exciting opportunities to work on projects around the world. Job Title: Underground Electrician The Opportunity: Barminco Mining Services has an exciting opportunity for an Underground Electrician to join our team at a project location 65 miles outside of Elko, Nevada. Reporting to the Maintenance Foreman or designate, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing electrical support and expertise to all areas of the underground and surface equipment in a safe and efficient manner to avoid injury to themselves or others, or damage to the equipment, other property or to the environment. Using technical and practical knowledge, this position will follow instruction, utilize manuals, and adhere to the US electrical code, health and safety standards. Location: 65 Miles outside of Elko, Nevada Shift: 7-days on / 7-days off rotation Accommodation: Charter transportation from muster point. Camp and meals provided. Key Responsibilities: • Demonstrate commitment to adhere to all Mine site safety rules, procedures and regulations, while ensuring the safety of others • Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations • Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components • Major involvement in the installation and maintenance of the underground HV supply, dewatering, ventilation and services system • Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance • Maintain, repair, install and test substations, switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators and reactors • Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems • Troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial, electrical and electronic control systems, automation related systems and other related devices • Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records • General repairs and re-builds of Flygt sump pumps and small pumping stations • May install, maintain and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices • Document reports detailing work performed, problems diagnosed, pre & post checks and all other required shift paperwork • Maintain and demonstrate a professional and courteous relationship with employees, subcontractors, the client and all other personnel • Practice good general housekeeping in the work area and equipment • Maintain a valid Driver’s License; manual transmission experience required • Possess general computer skills • Understand and comply with all PPE requirements in work areas • Provide your own basic hand tools • Other duties may be assigned by your Supervisor, as required Qualifications: • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency • Preferred; 3-5 years of experience working underground as an Underground Electrician in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in underground mining operations • Preferred; Journeyman Electrician certification consideration will be given to 4th year apprentices • Preferred; Sandvik development drill maintenance experience. • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Mining Safety and Health Act and Regulations and US Electrical Code • Understanding of PLC control systems, an asset • Experience with high voltage power distribution systems, 13.8Kv, 600V motor control centers and variable frequency drives, an asset • The ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, cross-cultural environment with high degree of professionalism and self-motivation is essential • Proven ability to recognize and follow verbal and written instructions • Read and understand manuals, schematics, diagrams and blueprints • Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met • Document and communicate shift activities and priorities to the oncoming shift. • Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills • Eagerness to learn and grow Work Conditions: • Ability to do shift camp work on a rotational basis (dayshift/nightshift), typically the rotations are 1 week on site (minimum 12-hour days), followed by 1 week off – working statutory holidays as they fall within the rotation • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to communicate, sit, stand, walk, climb, reach, push/pull, manipulate objects and work in awkward positions • Duties may involve moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds • Manual dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required • Extreme weather conditions • Noise level in the work environment is moderate to high What We Offer: • Competitive salary, paid time off and comprehensive benefits. • Opportunities for career development and advancement within the company. • A supportive, dynamic work environment focused on growth and success. Additional Information: The health and safety of our employees is our top priority. Selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit-for-Duty medical, including alcohol and drug screening.
See More Details >>Encore Electric, Inc. is a licensed Montana Electrical Contractor with consistent work throughout the Gallatin Valley. Come work for a reputable company that will keep you busy, provide you with growth opportunities, and offer competitive compensation. OVERVIEW: The Journeyman directs the tasks of Apprentices and potentially other Journeymen electricians and participates in commercial electrical construction and service work. Job Location: Big Sky, MT Housing: Company housing is available on a limited basis with an additional per work day per diem for those traveling 60+ miles. Bonus: $4,000 sign on bonus for licensed journeyman and master electrician. Compensation for this Role: $42.50 per hour - $52.50 per hour (an additional 25% per hour is included in this rate for jobs in Big Sky). Work hours: Monday - Thurs, 10 hour shifts. General Responsibilities • Works with a commitment to safety • Upholds the core values of Encore Electric • Acts as a professional and uses basic work ethics • Comes to work on time every day with appropriate attire and tools • Keeps work area clean • Installs quality work in a neat and workmanship like manner • Treats tools with respect • Works and climbs on ladders, lifts, and elevated platforms • Identifies electrical parts and components • Perform strenuous physical work i.e., digging, kneeling, shoveling, lifting, pulling, pushing, climbing • Keeps up with changing technology • Keeps up with the national electrical code • Wears tools at all required times • Work in all weather conditions Specific Responsibilities Leadership • Assist Apprentices in completing Apprenticeship Paperwork including hours and reviews • Lay out and organizes assigned tasks to apprentices • Take accountability for their continuing education, including: • Keeping up with changing technology • Keeping up with the national electrical code • Responsible for leading communications with apprentices and following direction from foreman including tell back procedure Risk Management • Take accountability and responsibility for safety, quality control and productivity ensuring employees do it safe, do it right, then work on speed and on other projects • Catch and correct errors • Ensure employees work safely wearing all proper Personal Protective Equipment • Plan materials and tools needed to complete the job • May perform hot work if qualified and trained with all necessary precautions in place General • Install raceway, pull wire, and mount equipment, training apprentices to do the same • Assemble and install small to large electrical parts and pieces, training apprentices to do the same • Trim outlets, recessed cans and other repetitive finish work, training apprentices to do the same • Use electrical formulas to figure out pipe fill, device and panel size, and disconnect • Read and understand basic blueprints • Handle material required for the job • Perform duties as assigned by foreman Other duties as may be assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: • The construction process from scheduling to manpower to the labor, materials and equipment required for installation • Constructability and the construction process • Electrical construction to manage costs • Algebra and geometry • Statistics Physical Requirements: A functional physical is required to be completed and passed before work can be performed in all field positions. The physical requirements can often be completed repetitively and for extended periods of time. These requirements include: • Driving • Sitting • Climbing • Lifting, floor to chest (up to 50lbs) • Lifting, floor to waist (up to 50lbs) • Lifting, waist to overhead (up to 30lbs each arm) • Carrying (up to 50lbs) • Standing • Stooping • Vision acuity (near, far and without color deficiencies) • Walking • Kneeling • Trimming (final installation of electrical devices) • Pushing (up to 100lbs) • Pulling (up to 100lbs) Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent is required while a degree in related field is preferred such as four years of apprenticeship training or three years of apprenticeship training with two year degree from technical college. • A Journeyman Wireman’s license from the State of Montana or reciprocating State is required. Benefits: • Encore Electric provides excellent benefits for our employees, including: medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, and life insurance, employee-matched 401(k), paid time off (PTO), an employee assistance program that includes counseling, legal, and financial advice. • Encore also provides a generous employee referral program, and access to technical, safety, personal finance, and leadership training through Encore University, Encore’s in house training program. Applications will close for this position on: January 31, 2025 To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected]. Encore Electric, Inc. is an EOE, including disability/vets.
See More Details >>Montana Resources, LLC is looking for an Electricianto join our team. At Montana Resources, our vision is to be a safe, low cost producer of copper and molybdenum. As part of the Montana Resources team, the successful candidate will be a team player adding to our already, diverse, yet rewarding working environment. The ideal candidate will possess a background in mining or other related industries, however it is not required. AtMontana Resources, we are committed to a safe work environment sending every person home safe and healthy every day. We offer a generous benefits package which includes a competitive medical, dental, and vision plan with national provider networks, a 401k retirement plan with employer contribution, paid time off, and much more! • Montana journeyman Electrician License, preferred. • Industrial background with strong knowledge in: • Three phase power • Medium Voltage • PC networking • MCC installation and repair • Conduit bending and installation • Demonstrated ability to work safely around all voltages, in and around mobile equipment, at heights and in inclement weather required. • Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematics preferred. • Ability to be self-directed, team-oriented and work with minimum supervision required. • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations required. • Excellent attendance record required. • Proven safe work record required. • Team player, leadership and good interpersonal skills required. • Support for complex instrument and electrical repairs and retrofits. • Maintenance of electrical systems for mine and mill equipment. • Assure compliance with MSHA and NEC regulations regarding electrical supply, distribution, and installation. • Position is primarily dayshift; however, some nightshift and weekend work will be required. • Perform other duties as assigned.
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