This introductory-level position supports maintenance of underground and surface mining equipment and facilities to help maintain high availability while meeting safety standards. The role is intended to develop the individual into a skilled maintenance engineer or technician capable of supporting mine equipment maintenance. It reports to the mine General Manager of Maintenance. The position provides electrical and mechanical expertise to improve mine maintenance operations. Work includes assisting supervisors with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment and systems such as conveyor belt drives, tracking and communication systems, and power distribution. Work may also involve programmable logic controllers, graphics/MMI, vibration and temperature monitoring, and the introduction of new technologies. The position supports preventive and predictive maintenance programs and continuous improvement, and uses Oracle procurement and maintenance systems to order materials and parts and carry out planned maintenance duties. The equipment and systems supported include miners, shuttle cars, feeder breakers, roof bolters, scoop cars, diesel and electric ram cars, water and dewatering pump systems, belt drives, conveyor systems, ventilation fans, hoists and escape capsules, electrical and power distribution systems, communication and safety monitoring systems, and process control.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree