Mining Engineer Intern - CRH Americas Materials (Northwest Region) (Engineering)

Job ID: 509869

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with over 28,000 employees at close to 1,600 locations in 43 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? CRH Americas Northwest Region has an opportunity for a paid internship program where the Mining Engineering Intern will work with current staff to learn how to develop mining and reclamation plans, support mine permitting, and resource development. You'll play an integral part as we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, organized, and safety-minded individual. They will work well independently and with a team and be a motivated self-starter. At CRH Americas Materials, we are on a journey to develop sustainable solutions that build, connect, and improve our world. Come on this journey with us and apply today!

The selected candidate for this position can be based out of the Willamette Valley Region (OR), Tri-Cities Region (Central WA), or the Spokane/CDA Area (WA & Northern ID).

Wage: $25.00 - $30.00/hr DOE with Potential for Overtime

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Assist with developing and reviewing mine plans and processes.
• Work with team members on the permitting and design, review and modification of reclamation plans.
• Work in aggregate resource development, reserve and reclamation analysis, including end of life planning.
• Coordinate with local operations teams to develop short-range production plans.
• Utilize information from permits, site conditions, and geologic investigations to develop pit shells and long- range mine plans.
• Assess permit compliance based on field observations and survey data and develop plans to ensure compliance during resource development.
• Ensure that CRH is the Preferred Source and an industry-leader in the area served by the business unit.
• Promote an inclusive work environment.
• Safety of all personnel working within the business unit.
• Environmental stewardship of sites in the business unit.
• Travel to regional facilities.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Currently enrolled in Mining or related engineering program.
• Understands geologic resource reports and estimate mining reserves.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen, background check and have a clean driving record.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• May include limited travel within the Pacific Northwest.
• Must have the ability to work without close supervision.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong math, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, ability to achieve desired results without constant supervision.
• Excellent computer skills (Power Point, Word, Excel)
• Capable of utilizing the internet effectively for research and evaluation.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with management.
• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Experience with mine planning software or modeling and competency with the Office suite of computer applications.
• Demonstrate effective skills in dealing with employees at all levels.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic Mining knowledge preferred, previous environmental or geology experience a plus.

Travel

• Travel expected within the Region - costs reimbursable by the company

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand; walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee will be exposed to wet, dry, and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability