Underground Drill Mechanic

Turner Mining Group•Elko, NV

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently hiring experienced, full-time, hourly shop and field mechanics. These positions diagnose, adjust, repair, fabricate, and overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic parts, and equipment/vehicles. Excellent welding and fabricating experience preferred. For field mechanics, travel is required. Mechanics can work a 10 days on/4 days off, or 9 days on/5 days off schedule.

Requirements

Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug (including the use of marijuana) and alcohol screening, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), and additional background screening as required by regulation and/or industry practice.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must be willing to travel and work in remote locations, outside, and in all weather conditions (heat and cold)
Experience repairing and maintaining underground drill equipment (U6 and U8).
Experience running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger and heavy equipment, and vehicles.
Experience analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Experience inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations.
Ability to make decisions with a general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines.
Ability to multi-task and work under aggressive deadline pressure.
Ability to maintain a positive outlook when challenged with difficult or unknown problems.
Possess good time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Excellent welding and fabricating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices and procedures.
Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and keep equipment service records.
Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
Fabricate needed parts or items as required.
Exhibit a strong work ethic with the drive and desire to learn and perform tasks efficiently.
Maintain effective and collaborative workplace relationships, treating others with dignity and respect.