Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Kensington Mine

Alaska Aggregate Products.•Juneau, AK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible to repair, adjust and maintain equipment and machinery used on construction projects. This role involves inspecting and evaluating incoming equipment, determining malfunctions, assembling and disassembling machines, repairing and replacing parts, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring operating efficiency. The mechanic will also maintain logs of all work performed, pick up and deliver supplies, and may assist other mechanics and operations staff. Travel to and from various job sites is required.

Requirements

A valid driver license
High School Diploma or GED
Familiarity with repair and maintenance of construction equipment, machinery and tools
Three years of job related experience
Must have own tools up to 3/4” required to repair and maintain heavy equipment
Knowledge of and ability to use various construction equipment and tools
Proficient in welding and cutting skills
Ability to read and follow assembly and instruction manuals
Knowledge of and ability to read blueprints and schematics
Knowledge of and ability repair equipment and follow related procedures
Ability to assess and troubleshoot equipment failure
Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid and applicable safety precautions
Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand
Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed
Ability to meet equipment schedule with dependability and consistency
Ability to wear protective clothing
Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems
Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical systems

Nice To Haves

Two years vocational training in construction maintenance
Five years’ work experience
OSHA 10hr. Training
MSHA certification
Class A CDL (but not required)
Familiar with Caterpillar, Hitachi, Volvo and Komatsu equipment
Familiar with Cat ET and SIS

Responsibilities

Inspect and evaluate incoming equipment and machines to determine malfunctions and defects.
Assemble, re-assemble, and disassemble various equipment and machines.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
Clean, lube, and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
Maintain routine equipment maintenance schedule.
Make adjustments and repairs to equipment and machines, testing and ensuring operating efficiency.
Maintain log book of all equipment and machine repairs, services, adjustments, and work performed.
Pickup/deliver necessary supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Load and unload various equipment and machines from or to delivery truck.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Assist other mechanics and operations staff as requested.
Travel to and from various job sites.