Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Boart Longyear•Tucson, AZ

35d•$160,000 - $185,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Shop & Field Mechanic with Boart Longyear, you can expect: Between $160,000 and $185,000 annual earning potential. Working up to 14 hour days with overtime scheduled (2800-3300 hours/year potential). Working 14 day hitches, with 7 days off in-between. Hotel PAID for + up to $200/day per diem PAID. $4/hour shift differential pay for field hours, with 90% of your time in the field. We are hiring hour-hungry and travel-ready candidates for Shop & Field Mechanic positions which involve heavy scheduled overtime and paid travel to jobsites for hitch-work (14 days on, 7 days off), with occasional shop-work and general reporting based out of our Glendale, AZ corporate facilities. In this position you will gain valuable knowledge of our fleet of drill rigs and support equipment. Duties in the workshop will include training, equipment repairs and overhauls. Time spent in the field will be for routine maintenance on equipment and emergency breakdown repairs at various locations.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of mechanic experience required, with established previous job tenure preferred.
Experience with electrical and hydraulic schematics required.
Basic diesel engine and fuel system diagnostic experience.
Able to work minimum 50 + hrs per week with scheduled overtime.
Be able to lift 50 pounds frequently.
Pass a drug screen and background check.
Must have own tools.
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to attain a CDL.
Must be able to be MSHA/OSHA certified.

Nice To Haves

Electrical certification desired.
Some welding and fabrication experience recommended.
Hydraulic experience, pumps manifolds cylinder repairs recommended.
Electrical experience or certification is a plus.
Knowledge of high-pressure air systems, i.e. screw compressors and boosters is a plus.
Knowledge of duplex and triplex mud pumps is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of duties designed to service, repair and maintain Boart Longyear’s Fleet of drill rigs and support equipment.
Perform repairs on electric powered hydraulic systems, diesel powered hydraulic systems and machinery as well as high pressure pneumatic systems.
Diagnose hydraulic problems in equipment and perform quick turnaround to get these rigs back in operation.
Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.
Lift arms above shoulder level to install and remove broken or worn-out components.
Use hand and power tools and manipulate these tools in areas of limited space.
Work safely.
Travel for 14-day shifts (with 7 days off) and work long 12-14 hour days in adverse weather conditions.
Work well with others and have a positive attitude.
Communicate with supervisor, driller and safety personnel.
Work with little or no supervision.