Master Mechanic

The Redpath Group•South Jordan, UT

About The Position

The Master Mechanic directly supervises and performs work with underground and surface mechanical personnel. The role ensures quality maintenance, preventive maintenance, diagnosis, disassembly, inspections, rebuilds, and reassembly of diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and air-operated components and equipment related to mining, including engines, power trains, hydraulics, fuel systems, power generation, and electrical systems. Equipment includes jumbo drills, haul trucks, bolters, loaders, dozers, and other mining equipment. The position oversees maintenance planning and execution, staff assignments and development, safety and regulatory compliance, parts and tool availability, and coordination with cross-shifts, departments, and project management. The Master Mechanic may work more than 40 hours per week, including overtime, day and night shifts, weekends, holidays, and shift rotations.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, trade school, and/or higher education.
Documented maintenance experience of 10 years, concentrated in heavy equipment maintenance for mining equipment.
At least 5 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 company vehicle eligibility requirements, hold a current state driver’s license, and have an acceptable driving record.
Proficient in computers and associated software.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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 heavy mining equipment.
Experience interfacing with multiple functions and roles at all organizational levels.
Project management and organizational skills, including time management, leadership, and decision-making.
Ability to read and understand equipment electrical drawings and schematics.
Proficiency with maintenance-related software and programs.
Ability to read and interpret diagnostic instruments and testers.
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 necessary for maintenance work.
Ability to read and interpret schematics and maintenance manuals.
Experience with OEM maintenance repair manuals and schematics.
Knowledge of applicable equipment legislation and regulations.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills, both verbal and written.
High attention to detail, neatness, and accuracy.
Experience managing and supervising employees.
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to pass a background clearance check, drug screening, and physical.
Must have a mechanic’s basic set of hand tools up to a two-inch minimum.
Ability to understand, provide, and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Manage preventive maintenance, general and major maintenance, repairs, diagnostics, inspections, and equipment disassembly and assembly in accordance with regulatory, safety, and company specifications.
Perform advanced maintenance, technical, and diagnostic tasks.
Assign, schedule, and supervise work; ensure planned maintenance is completed according to schedule.
Hire, evaluate, commend, mentor, train, discipline, and dismiss supervised staff.
Ensure workers are qualified and capable of safely performing assigned work.
Coordinate with cross-shifts and departments by maintaining and reading logs, meeting with peers, and coordinating assignments.
Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality and safety standards.
Ensure safe and timely emergency equipment repairs and redirect crew activities as needed when unplanned developments occur.
Support and communicate with the project management team.
Ensure compliance with Redpath USA Corporation and owner safety regulations and procedures.
Validate that personnel can safely operate and move mine equipment for servicing, maintenance, inspection, and testing.
Understand confined-space, fall-protection, equipment-isolation, and basic welding standards and procedures.
Maintain parts and supplies inventories at levels that account for cost and downtime risk.
Ensure spare parts and tools are available and serviceable.
Keep work areas safe and free of hazards, and perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
Follow procedures to ensure safety and prevent equipment damage.
Comprehend and provide written and verbal instructions needed to perform duties safely and efficiently.
Deliver and ensure compliance 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, manuals, handbooks, directives, and Standard Operating Procedures.
Work more than 40 hours per week, overtime, days, nights, weekends, holidays, and shift rotations as needed.
Comply with Redpath Core Competencies.
Assist other job functions as required.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.