Surface Heavy Diesel Mobile Maintenance Mechanic

HECLA MINING CO. • Juneau, AK

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About The Position

As our Surface Mobile Maintenance Mechanic, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mobile and heavy equipment used in an underground mining environment. This includes drills, bolters, haul trucks, graders, dozers, tractors, light vehicles, and more. You’ll begin every task with a focus on safety—inspecting your workplace, tools, and equipment before the job starts. Success in this role requires experience in equipment lubrication, field repair, and preventative maintenance of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical components. Every day you’ll work on a remote island about 18 miles outside of Juneau, Alaska, where independence and strong problem-solving skills are essential.

Requirements

• Experience in equipment lubrication, field repair, and preventative maintenance of diesel engines and hydraulic systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with welding and fabrication.
• Previous experience in a mining or heavy equipment maintenance role.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain mobile and heavy equipment used in an underground mining environment.
• Conduct daily inspections of work area and equipment before each shift.
• Perform maintenance and repair on surface and underground mobile equipment.
• Assist with various welding and fabrication tasks.
• Prioritize tasks independently based on inspections.
• Perform data input for inventory and cost control.
• Complete maintenance logs and test equipment repairs.
• Follow all safety protocols, company policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• MSHA training during the first four days on the job.
• Department-specific training covering job responsibilities and safety.
• 14 days on (12.5-hour shifts), followed by 14 days off work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees