What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Superintendent - Open-Pit Mining position at Orion Placement?
Pay: $115,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Take ownership of maintenance operations at an active mining facility with exciting opportunities for growth and improvement.
- Earn a competitive salary plus a 15% annual performance incentive opportunity.
- Lead and develop a skilled mechanical and electrical maintenance team.
- Make a meaningful impact on equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and safety.
- Enjoy a Monday through Friday, day-shift schedule with a hands-on leadership role.
Location
Dragoon, AZ | 100% On-Site | Monday through Friday, Day Shift
Join our team in beautiful southeastern Arizona, where you'll work closely with operations and have a direct impact on the facility's success. This position offers $115,000 to $155,000 annually, plus a 15% short-term incentive opportunity.
Note
Qualified candidates must have 6 years of maintenance experience in open-pit mining with heap-leach processing, including 3 years supervising fixed-plant mechanical and industrial electrical maintenance. Hands-on experience with CMMS systems, maintenance planning, scheduling, and budgeting is also required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
About Us
Confidential Employer.
We are a growing, safety-focused mining operation dedicated to producing essential materials that support American manufacturing and infrastructure. Our team combines operational excellence, innovative thinking, and a commitment to responsible mining. We believe strong leadership, teamwork, and continuous improvement drive long-term success.
Job Description
As our Maintenance Superintendent, you'll lead the maintenance team responsible for keeping our mining and processing operations running safely and efficiently.
- Lead, coach, and develop mechanical and electrical maintenance supervisors and technicians.
- Oversee preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for fixed-plant equipment and electrical systems.
- Plan and coordinate maintenance schedules, major repairs, shutdowns, and equipment upgrades.
- Improve equipment availability and reliability while reducing unplanned downtime.
- Manage maintenance budgets, contractor performance, materials, and repair costs.
- Use CMMS software to track maintenance activities, improve scheduling, and support performance goals.
- Partner with operations and safety teams to maintain a safe, productive work environment.
Qualifications
- 6 years of maintenance experience in open-pit mining and heap-leach operations.
- 3 years of supervisory experience covering both fixed-plant mechanical and industrial electrical maintenance.
- Experience with CMMS software, maintenance planning, scheduling, and budgeting.
- Strong knowledge of industrial equipment reliability, troubleshooting, and maintenance best practices.
- Proven leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work full-time on-site in Dragoon, Arizona.
Why You Will Love Working Here
We offer the opportunity to make a real difference in a growing industrial operation where your experience and leadership matter. You'll work with a team that values safety, accountability, collaboration, and practical solutions. If you're passionate about developing people, improving equipment performance, and helping a mining operation succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Ready to take the next step in your maintenance leadership career? Apply today!
JPC - 2904
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Salary : $115,000 - $155,000