Mining & Natural Resources TN Sponsorship Jobs in Nevada
Nevada's mining and natural resources sector, anchored by the Carlin Trend gold deposits, lithium extraction projects in Elko and Winnemucca, and major operators like Barrick Gold, Nevada Gold Mines, and Albemarle, creates steady demand for Canadian and Mexican professionals pursuing TN visa sponsorship in geoscience, engineering, and environmental roles across the state.
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SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high-quality development and exploration assets in the USA and Canada. SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry-leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!
Job Description:
General Objectives:
The Open Pit Geologist is a salaried exempt position and typically works a four-day work week offset from other personnel to provide up to 7 day/week coverage for this role. Responsible for production of mine site mapping and drawings, and design drawings. The position requires an intensive use of CAD (computer-aided drafting). Graphic design work is occasionally required. This position is responsible for providing ore control calculation and generating field survey maps in a timely and accurate manner. The position requires implementation of Blast Movement Monitoring technology including placement of Blast Movement Monitors in drill holes, post blast survey of monitor locations and drone survey of pre and post blast surfaces. This position will assist as requested by engineers in the completion of daily, month-end, annual, and other various mine production reports.
Key Areas of Responsibilities & Duties:
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Development and implementation of blast hole/ore control programs that reconcile well with mine models.
- Development and implementation of blast movement ore control programs in conjunction with operations personnel and engineers that result in improved mining compliance and delivery of ores to process.
- Development and implementation of geotechnical monitoring programs.
- Development and evaluation of resource models.
- Pit mapping and data analysis for both mine modeling and geotechnical evaluation.
- Monitors ground water management systems.
- Blast monitoring with respect to geologic structures.
- Monitoring and evaluating geological and assay data quality.
- Resource and mine production reconciliation studies.
Required Skills:
- Knowledge of the principles and methods used in open pit hard rock mining.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with various individuals, crews, departments and organizational levels.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex or diverse information.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures.
- Excellent organizational and problem solving skills.
- Ability to assess risk in relation to occupational hazards and apply appropriate precautions and safeguards demonstrating a high level of safety leadership.
- FAA Drone Certification or the ability to pass the certification within first year of hire.
- Demonstrated ability and experience using mine modeling software; MineSight preferred.
Required Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.S) in Geologic Engineering or Geology.
- 0-5 years of experience in open pit hard rock mining environment preferred. Candidates with more experience will be considered.
SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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At SSR Mining, we are committed to providing a safe and secure recruitment experience. We will never ask candidates to pay application fees, purchase equipment, transfer funds, or provide sensitive personal or financial information. All employment opportunities are posted through authorized SSR Mining channels, and personal information should only be submitted through our secure application system.
If you receive a suspicious communication claiming to represent SSR Mining, please do not respond or share any personal information.
Notice to Recruitment Agencies:
SSR Mining does not accept unsolicited résumés or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies or search firms. Agencies may submit candidates only when engaged by SSR Mining's Human Resources team through a written agreement for a specific position. Any résumé or candidate information submitted without such authorization, including submissions made directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be considered the property of SSR Mining. SSR Mining will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions, even if the candidate is subsequently hired.
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Search Mining & Natural Resources Jobs in NevadaMining & Natural Resources TN Sponsorship Jobs in Nevada: Frequently Asked Questions
Which mining and natural resources companies sponsor TN visas in Nevada?
Nevada's largest mining operators, including Barrick Gold's Nevada Gold Mines joint venture, Kinross Gold, Newmont, and Albemarle's lithium operations near Silver Peak, have established histories of hiring Canadian and Mexican professionals under TN visa status. Smaller exploration and environmental services firms operating along the Carlin Trend and in Elko County also sponsor TN workers, particularly for geology, engineering, and environmental compliance roles.
Which cities in Nevada have the most mining and natural resources TN sponsorship jobs?
Elko is Nevada's primary mining hub and consistently produces the highest concentration of TN-eligible positions, driven by large open-pit gold operations along the Carlin Trend. Winnemucca and Battle Mountain also have active mine sites with recurring professional hiring. Reno serves as a regional headquarters city where corporate engineering, environmental, and geology roles supporting statewide operations are frequently posted.
What types of mining and natural resources roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship in Nevada?
TN status covers a defined list of professional categories. In Nevada's mining sector, roles that commonly qualify include geologist, mining engineer, geological engineer, environmental engineer, and chemical engineer, provided the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree or higher. Positions like mine foreman, equipment operator, or general field technician typically do not qualify because they don't meet the TN professional occupation requirements.
How do I find mining and natural resources TN sponsorship jobs in Nevada?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by TN visa type, select Nevada as your target state, and narrow results to mining and natural resources roles, surfacing employers actively open to sponsoring Canadian and Mexican professionals. Because TN sponsorship depends heavily on role type and employer familiarity with the visa category, Migrate Mate's filtered results help you focus on positions where sponsorship is a realistic part of the hiring process.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in Nevada's mining sector?
Nevada requires certain engineering professionals to hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers, which is separate from TN visa eligibility. Holding a TN doesn't substitute for state licensure, and some mine-site roles will require both. Canadian and Mexican applicants should confirm whether their target role carries a licensure requirement before pursuing sponsorship, as this affects the timeline for beginning work.