Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Heavy Equipment/Mining)

Thiess • Tucson, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Thiess is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support our mining team on our project site near Globe, AZ. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for safe repair of mobile equipment including mining excavator, loader, haul trucks, water truck, dozers and graders.

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
• Welding experience with mobile, heavy mining equipment
• Must be fluent in the English language
• Commitment to Thiess’ values of safety, discovery, accountability, respect, and empowerment.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship from Thiess
• High School diploma or equivalent
• MSHA Part 48 Certification (Thiess will provide training if needed)

Nice To Haves

• Industry and trade specific training a bonus but not essential

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

• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with 100% premium 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
• Fly-in, fly-out opportunities for those who live out-of-state (travel expenses paid), drive-in, drive-out opportunities for those who live in-state (mileage reimbursed)
• Hotel and shuttle accommodations provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED