Surface Mobile Mechanic

Coeur Mining•Juneau, AK

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surface Mobile Mechanic reports to the Surface Mobile Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of surface and underground mining equipment. The position is based at the remote Kensington Mine site, approximately 45 miles from Juneau, Alaska, and follows a 14-days-on, 14-days-off schedule. Employees stay at the mine camp during work rotations; daily commuting to and from the site is not available. Food and housing are provided on-site. The role maintains and repairs mobile mining equipment, troubleshoots mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine systems, performs preventive maintenance, and documents work orders and repair activities. Work takes place in surface and underground mining areas and may involve demanding physical tasks and exposure to varied weather, noise, hazardous materials, and other mine-site conditions. The position may require work on nights, weekends, and rotating shifts.

Requirements

Ability to work safely and promote safe behavior in others.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification or degree in Heavy Equipment Mechanical Maintenance from a vocational technical school, or equivalent work history.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and team-oriented mindset; respectful, reliable, and cooperative conduct.
Willingness to assist others, adapt to changing conditions, and proactively solve problems in a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
Excellent safety, attendance, and work records.
Must have own hand tools.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and communicate clearly, verbally and in writing, with mine-site personnel.
Ability to set high standards, build trust, and take accountability.
Ability to meet the physical demands of maintenance and repair work in surface and underground mining environments, including frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of up to 100 pounds, with or without assistance.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and rotating shifts as required.

Nice To Haves

Alaska residency is preferred.

Responsibilities

Stop work when safety concerns arise and follow safety best practices, policies, and procedures.
Inspect work areas and equipment before shifts.
Comply with company attendance, safety, environmental, human resources, and Environment, Health, Safety, and Social Responsibility policies.
Protect the environment and the safety of oneself and others.
Maintain and repair surface and underground mobile mining equipment, including drills, bolters, loaders, haul trucks, and heavy- and light-duty support equipment.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical components of mobile mining equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair diesel and gas engines.
Perform intermediate welding and fabrication.
Perform preventive maintenance to identify and resolve issues before equipment breakdowns occur.
Enter hours and service and repair notes into work orders daily, and maintain accurate maintenance documentation.
Communicate equipment status and repair needs to supervisors and team members.
Monitor equipment performance and promptly report anomalies.
Assist in training new technicians on standard procedures and safety protocols.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.