General Maintenance - Journeyman H.D. Mechanic

Westmoreland Mining LLC • Coronach, SK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The employee in this classification is responsible for the mechanical repair and maintenance of a variety of heavy mobile equipment, the mining equipment, the rail locomotive, rolling stock and vehicles assigned to the shift in a continuous mining operation.

Requirements

• Saskatchewan or Interprovincial Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic Certificate.
• Must be physically fit.
• Must have the ability to cooperate and work effectively with other employees.
• Must possess a valid Class 3A Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose all malfunctions and carry out planned and period safety and preventative maintenance inspections and servicing.
• Repair gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, differentials, planetary drives, and any hydraulic and air actuated equipment.
• Repair track and align wheels and frames, replace brake linings, perform motor tune ups, repair and replace vehicle electrical apparatus and accessories, railroad equipment when applicable.
• Setup hoisting equipment and facilities for the installation and/or removal of heavy attachments.
• Inspect and test repaired equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation and assist in the investigation of accidents that may be attributable to mechanical defects.
• Requisition parts and supplies to maintain service and repair records and report man hours and materials used, troubles encountered, and corrective measures taken.
• Perform other related and assigned duties associated with the overall mining operation, as well as provide training to apprentices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed