Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic, Mining
About The Position
Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is now a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 15,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future. We are a movement spearheading a journey towards a more sustainable future, and North America is a crucial part of it. Our unique business approach to contract mining currently makes our services available in the United States and Canada. In the US, we operate in Salt Lake City, Utah, Colorado, and the Intermountain West region. In Canada, our services are available in Sudbury, Greater Ontario, and the Northern Ontario region. We are also expanding to other states and areas in both countries. Please get to know us better by watching the following videos about Our Purpose and Our Values ! ROLE OVERVIEW Thiess is seeking a Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic to support our mining team on our project site near Globe, AZ . The Heavy Equipment Diesel Mechanic will be responsible for safe repair of mobile equipment including mining excavator, loader, haul truck s , water truck, dozer s and grader s .
Requirements
- 5 years minimum experience in repairing diesel heavy mining equipment
- 2-year minimum exposure to mining equipment (CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Liebherr)
- Experience with the following; major component replacement, overhauls, machine rebuilds, in pit breakdowns
- Mobile equipment diagnostics
- Knowledge of repairs and servicing of; dozers, haul trucks, blades, scrapers, loaders, light vehicles – In particular, CAT 994 Loaders, CAT Graders, CAT Dozers, Hitachi EX5600 excavators
- Mobile equipment diagnostics
- Welding experience with mobile, heavy mining equipment
- Valid Driver’s License
- Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship from Thiess
Nice To Haves
- Industry and trade specific training a bonus but not essential
- MSHA Part 48 Certification (Thiess will provide training if needed)
Responsibilities
- Perform electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repairs
- Preventative maintenance, in-shop and in the mine/pit
- Complete major component change outs
- Diagnose and troubleshoot
- Knowledge of repairs and servicing of; dozers, haul trucks, blades, scrapers, loaders, light vehicles – In particular, CAT 994 Loaders, CAT Graders, CAT Dozers, Hitachi EX5600 excavators
- As needed; weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, and/or verbal instructions
- Comply with all safety, health and environmental rules and procedures
- While meeting safety standards, work with your team to maximize productivity and minimize downtime
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority. Our safety-first culture guides our overarching objective - to keep everyone safe every day
- Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with coverage for the employees and competitively subsidized private health insurance for immediate family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K retirement savings benefit with employer matching contributions
- Career development and opportunities locally, domestic withing the US, and potentially globally
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
