Historic Gold District · Now Hiring

Build Something
That Lasts

Mineral Ridge Gold is redeveloping a historic Nevada gold operation under private ownership. We're assembling a small, experienced leadership team to build it right — from the ground up.

New Mill
Under Construction · Advancing to Production
Historic
Proven Gold District · Silver Peak, NV
Nevada
To Mammoth Lakes · Eastern Sierra
Long-Term
Private Ownership · Multi-Project Vision

A Historic District,
Redeveloped Right

Mineral Ridge Gold (MRG) is advancing a historic gold operation in Silver Peak, Nevada. Backed by private ownership, the company is built on disciplined execution, modern mining practices, and a long-term outlook — free from the pressure of public markets or investor timelines.

The project is in a critical growth phase. A new mill is under construction, site infrastructure is expanding, and we are selectively adding experienced leaders who want to build — not just maintain.

The initial phase focuses on reprocessing approximately 70 million tons of historical leach pad material, providing a stable production foundation while exploration advances across the broader property. Once Mineral Ridge is established, this leadership group will apply the same model to future projects in the portfolio.

~70M
Tons · Historical Leach Pad
Ready for reprocessing through the new mill — supporting years of stable operation while exploration programs advance.
32
Current Employees
A small, senior team. Everyone here carries real scope and ownership. There are no unnecessary layers to navigate.
100%
Privately Owned
No public shareholders, no investor road shows. Decisions are made by operators, for operators.

We Take Care of
Our People

MRG offers a competitive package built for professionals who are serious about their craft. On-site housing and meals, a company vehicle, and flexible scheduling are designed to make life at Mineral Ridge genuinely workable — not just tolerable.

💰
Competitive Salary
Base salary commensurate with experience · annual bonus opportunity · milestone bonuses possible
🚗
Company Vehicle
Provided for all site travel and operational use
🏠
Housing & Meals On-Site
Fully covered when at site — meaningfully reduces cost of living on rotation
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Flexible Schedule
Standard 4/3 rotation · other arrangements considered · on-site housing reduces friction
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Medical, Dental & Vision
Sierra Health (UHC) · Humana dental/vision · HSA contribution included
📈
401(k)
3% non-elective employer contribution — regardless of your own contribution
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Life Insurance
Employer-paid life insurance coverage
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PPE Reimbursement
Personal protective equipment costs covered

Silver Peak, Nevada —
Centered in the West's Best

The Mineral Ridge site sits in a uniquely positioned corridor of the American West. Carson City and Las Vegas are each roughly 3–3.5 hours away. The Bishop and Mammoth Lakes area is even closer — putting world-class skiing, climbing, fishing, and backcountry just over the California border. Whether you want a city weekend, a powder day at Mammoth, or to disappear into the Eastern Sierra, you're well within reach from wherever you choose to base yourself.

Mammoth Lakes & Bishop, CA
Closest Major Recreation Hub · ~1.5–2 hrs

Mammoth Mountain is one of California's premier ski destinations — with one of the longest seasons in North America, often running into June. The surrounding Eastern Sierra offers world-class granite climbing, blue-ribbon fly fishing, high alpine camping, and the iconic John Muir Trail. Bishop is a well-equipped outdoor town with strong community and solid services. Note: California has state income tax, but for outdoor-driven professionals, the access is genuinely hard to beat.

World-Class Skiing Rock Climbing Fly Fishing John Muir Trail Backcountry
Reno & Carson City, NV
Northern Nevada Hub · ~3–3.5 hrs

Many Nevada mining professionals base themselves in Reno or the Carson Valley and rotate to site. Reno offers a regional airport with direct flights across the western U.S., major healthcare, universities, and a growing dining and entertainment scene. Carson City, Minden, and Gardnerville are quieter — with community character, direct Lake Tahoe access, and Sierra Nevada views. Both come with Nevada's zero state income tax.

Regional Airport Lake Tahoe Access No State Income Tax Major Healthcare
Tonopah & Hawthorne, NV
Closest Nevada Towns · 45 min – 1 hr

For professionals who want to minimize the commute and live close to the work, Tonopah and Hawthorne are classic small-town Nevada — lower cost of living, short drives, and strong communities built around ranching and mining heritage. Tonopah is known for some of the darkest night skies in the continental U.S. — a genuine draw for anyone who's spent time there.

Low Cost of Living No State Income Tax Dark Sky Stargazing ATV & Off-Road
Las Vegas, NV
Southern Option · ~3–3.5 hrs

Las Vegas is a practical and popular base for mining professionals on rotation schedules — a major international airport, competitive housing market, and no state income tax. Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, and the Spring Mountains are all within 45 minutes. For candidates with families or frequent travel needs, Vegas offers infrastructure that smaller Nevada towns simply can't match.

International Airport No State Income Tax Red Rock Canyon Family Infrastructure
Approximate Drive Times to Silver Peak Site
Tonopah, NV
~45
minutes
Hawthorne, NV
~1
hour
Bishop / Mammoth
~1.5
hours
Carson City
~3.5
hours
Las Vegas
~3.5
hours

A Small Team of
Senior Operators

With ~32 employees on site, Mineral Ridge runs on experience, not headcount. Every leader carries real scope and works closely across construction, process, environmental, and maintenance.

Jared Eastman
General Manager
Hands-on, operator-led culture flows from the top of this organization.
Dave Jensen
Construction Manager
Leading the current mill construction with deep project build-out experience.
Mariah Joyner
HR Manager
Primary HR contact for this search, part of the hiring team alongside the GM.
Pete Johnson
Environmental & Safety
Overseeing compliance and safety through permitting and early production phases.
Kenzy Long
Maintenance Manager
Ensuring operational readiness across equipment and infrastructure as the site scales.

Ready to Build
Something Lasting?

If you're an experienced mining professional drawn to a privately backed Nevada operation with real scope and a long-term vision, we'd like to hear from you.