Lead Mechanic

The Redpath Group•Round Mountain, NV

About The Position

The Lead Mechanic performs maintenance, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis, inspection, disassembly, rebuilding, and reassembly of diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and air-operated components and equipment used in mining. Equipment includes engines, power trains, hydraulics, fuel systems, power generation and electrical systems, as well as jumbo drills, haul trucks, bolters, loaders, dozers, mobile equipment, hoists, compressors, and other similar equipment. The Lead Mechanic also provides supervision, training, guidance, and mentoring to other mechanics, including less experienced mechanics. The role includes carrying out work orders and planned maintenance, testing repaired equipment against manufacturer specifications, preparing repair estimates, ordering parts, maintaining tools and spares, and performing emergency repairs. The Lead Mechanic is responsible for safe work practices, including compliance with company and client safety requirements, completing Field Level Risk Assessments, and ensuring workers are qualified to safely perform assigned work. The position may also involve assisting with hiring, evaluation, commendation, disciplinary action, and dismissal of supervised staff, as applicable. The role requires the ability to work more than 40 hours per week, including overtime, day and night shifts, weekends, holidays, and shift rotations. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school education, GED, and/or higher education.
Seven years of documented maintenance experience, concentrated in heavy equipment maintenance for mining equipment such as haul trucks, dozers, jumbo drills, hydraulic shovels, motor graders, and front-end loaders.
At least two years of underground mining experience.
Full working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Excellent organization and time-management skills.
Strong leadership, managerial, training, and communication skills.
If required to operate a company vehicle, meet eligibility requirements, hold a current state driver's license, and have an acceptable driving record.
Proficiency with computers and associated software.
Ability to read and understand service and parts manuals, technical bulletins, and other materials used in product service and maintenance.
Extensive technical and mechanical knowledge of mining heavy equipment.
Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and schematics.
Ability to read and interpret basic electrical instruments and testers.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer-service skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to use and understand handheld and computer-based engine and powertrain diagnostic software.
Strong knowledge of braking, steering, suspension, payload, compressed-air, engine tune-up, electronic engine control, drivetrain, and electric-drive haul-truck braking and dynamic systems.
Working knowledge of tools and equipment used in a maintenance department.
Experience with OEM maintenance and repair manuals and schematics.
Knowledge of applicable equipment legislation and regulations.
High attention to detail, neatness, and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to pass a background clearance check, drug screening, and physical.
Must have a mechanic's basic hand-tool set up to a two-inch minimum.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Recognized trade certificate in a maintenance or repair field.
Two years of supervisory and training experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions using service manuals, parts books, and electrical and hydraulic manuals.
Perform preventive maintenance, general and major maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, inspections, and equipment disassembly and assembly according to shop work orders.
Test repaired equipment to confirm proper performance and compliance with manufacturer specifications.
Operate equipment such as forklifts, aerial lifts, and service trucks, and safely move mine equipment for servicing.
Prepare and document accurate repair estimates, including parts and labor requirements.
Apply knowledge of underground mobile equipment braking regulations, testing, and adjustment of braking components.
Comply with Redpath USA Corporation and owner safety regulations and procedures.
Understand and follow confined-space, fall-protection, equipment-isolation, and basic welding standards and procedures.
Order parts accurately and complete required paperwork.
Ensure planned maintenance is completed according to the maintenance schedule.
Perform basic welding and cutting.
Perform safe and timely emergency equipment repairs.
Ensure spares and tools are available and serviceable.
Keep work areas safe and free of hazards and perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
Follow procedures to maintain safety and prevent equipment damage.
Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced mechanics.
Ensure workers are qualified and capable of safely performing assigned work.
Assist with hiring, evaluation, commendation, disciplinary action, and dismissal of supervised staff, if applicable.
Comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions to perform duties safely and efficiently.
Comply with daily, weekly, and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality regarding Redpath and client information.
Comply with and ensure compliance with Redpath policies and procedures, including manuals, handbooks, directives, and Standard Operating Procedures.
Work more than 40 hours per week as needed, including overtime, days, nights, weekends, holidays, and shift rotations.
Comply with Redpath Core Competencies.
Assist other job functions as required.
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities.