Mechanical Craftsperson

Rio Tinto • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Mechanical Craftsperson - Mechanical Maintenance (Concentrator) to join the Kennecott Asset Management department in a Mechanical Maintenance role. In this role, you will help improve the availability, reliability, and maintenance processes for fixed plant equipment located at the Concentrator. This is a great opportunity for a safety-focused craft professional to work in a collaborative team environment while supporting reliable operations on a rotating 12-hour shift schedule, including both days and nights. Reporting to the Supervisor - Maintenance and working within a dedicated Maintenance team at Kennecott, you will:
Maintain a safe and healthy work environment while supporting training for team members or apprentices when required
Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical components on fixed plant process equipment, including SAG mills, ball mills, pumps, and support equipment, in line with MSHA standards and standard work instructions
Partner with Maintenance Support to develop safe and efficient standard work instructions and maintenance improvement activities
Identify and contribute to cost-saving initiatives, reliability improvements, and process enhancements for Concentrator equipment
Support installation and commissioning activities for plant equipment as needed
Review drawings, specifications, and work requirements to determine safe work methods and activity sequencing
Estimate time, materials, and resources required to complete maintenance work safely and efficiently

Requirements

• A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team
• Ability and commitment to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including both days and nights
• Relevant mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in heavy industry, mining, or a millwright trade environment
• State electrical or millwright licensing, technical electrical training, or equivalent relevant experience
• Capability in welding, basic hydraulics, equipment alignment, pumps, and mechanical or electrical fundamentals
• Strong problem-solving, organization, adaptability, reading comprehension, and written communication skills
• Candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Even if your profile does not fully meet all qualifications, we encourage you to apply; transferable skills and the right attitude are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment while supporting training for team members or apprentices when required
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical components on fixed plant process equipment, including SAG mills, ball mills, pumps, and support equipment, in line with MSHA standards and standard work instructions
• Partner with Maintenance Support to develop safe and efficient standard work instructions and maintenance improvement activities
• Identify and contribute to cost-saving initiatives, reliability improvements, and process enhancements for Concentrator equipment
• Support installation and commissioning activities for plant equipment as needed
• Review drawings, specifications, and work requirements to determine safe work methods and activity sequencing
• Estimate time, materials, and resources required to complete maintenance work safely and efficiently

Benefits

• Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus
• Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution and a generous 401(k) matching program
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life, including paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave
• A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you are able to spend quality time with your new family
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed