Diesel Mechanic

Turner Mining Group•Leadville, CO

36d•$31 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Perform diagnostic, maintenance and repair of heavy equipment such as, but not limited to: Haul Trucks, Water Trucks, Rubber Tire and Track Dozers, Front-end Loaders, and Motor Graders. Perform the removal, repair and installation of transmissions, engines, breaks, differentials, pumps, motors, torque convertors, final drives and other heavy equipment systems or components. Perform mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance on machine systems such as: hydraulic, power train and engines. Prioritize and make decisions regarding equipment repair as needed. Responsible for maintaining work orders and performing work area inspections. Operate mobile equipment such as: Overhead cranes, forklifts, and boom trucks. Perform welding such as: Carbon arc, Plasma, Mig, Tig, and Stick. Perform as a Fill-in Supervisor as required. Train and mentor other employees. Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Two (2) years’ experience in mechanical/maintenance crafts (including welder, boilermaker, machinist or facility maintenance/construction) or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance
Must have completed academic and practical competencies required
Experience demonstrating the required mechanical aptitude
Practical Skills Assessments defined in LOP
Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
Ability to prioritize repairs and possess excellent decision-making skills
Ability to troubleshoot machine systems
Ability to work and effectively communicate with others
Ability to read and use blueprints
Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam
Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing
Mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic, maintenance and repair of heavy equipment
Perform the removal, repair and installation of transmissions, engines, breaks, differentials, pumps, motors, torque convertors, final drives and other heavy equipment systems or components
Perform mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance on machine systems
Prioritize and make decisions regarding equipment repair
Maintain work orders and perform work area inspections
Operate mobile equipment such as: Overhead cranes, forklifts, and boom trucks
Perform welding
Perform as a Fill-in Supervisor as required
Train and mentor other employees
Perform other duties as required