Underground Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Field Repairs)

SMS Equipment Inc.•Anchorage, AK

1d•$36 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

SMS Equipment is expanding our underground operations in Alaska, and we’re hiring a Heavy Duty Mechanic with hands-on experience in the heavy equipment industry. In this role, you’ll use your technical expertise to support our Komatsu underground equipment, prioritize safety, support customers’ fleets, and work hands-on with a variety of underground heavy equipment and attachments. Base Wage: $35.94 - $51.34 per hour, dependent upon experience. Additional premiums may apply. Location: Anchorage, AK. Schedule: 5x2 (Monday to Friday). The role necessitates travel and involves assignments in confined underground environments at customer locations. At SMS Equipment, safety is one of our core values and we care for each other, without exception. Our successful candidate is intrinsically motivated and committed to making safe choices when completing all tasks. SMS Equipment offers rewarding careers in the heavy equipment industry across North America. As the largest Komatsu dealer in North America, SMS Equipment gives you the opportunity to represent world-class quality in our product offerings and customer service. A few of the many benefits of working with SMS Equipment include competitive wages and a comprehensive group benefits plan. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights [https://www.eeoc.gov/poster] notice from the Department of Labor.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience working with underground mining equipment. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Experience in underground equipment repairs and overhauls
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Troubleshooting experience with electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems
Demonstrates a strong commitment to maintaining and promoting a safe work environment
Professional behavior with peers and customers

Nice To Haves

New Miner Training (Underground) (40-Hour Training) is preferred

Responsibilities

Performing assemblies, preventative maintenance, repairs and complete overhauls on underground heavy equipment and attachments.
Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized or other testing equipment and provide recommendations on the extent of repairs.
Complete new equipment pre-delivery inspections, paperwork and options installations.
Complete service reports, timecards, warranty claim documentation, procedure creation and maintenance as required.
Define work scope to be completed and create a work schedule accordingly for yourself and/or other employees.