Mechanic

CURRENT EMPLOYEES - This career site is for external applicants only.

Employee Type: RegularPerforms all aspects of maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs scheduled maintenance such as changing oil, greasing and

replacing components on a scheduled basis.

• Troubleshoots/diagnoses systems, components, and heavy equipment

malfunctions utilizing current electronic diagnostic tools. Replace parts,

repairs, rebuilds as necessary.

• Dismantles and reassembles equipment using hoists and hand tools.

• Operates precision measuring devices to measure the tolerances of

bearings and shafts, also to level and align rotating machinery.

• Reads blueprints and follows service manuals and parts lists in setting

up and performing repairs and any rebuilds.

• Utilizes work orders and requisitions for ordering parts and maintenance

of equipment cost records.

• Advises when immediate shut-down of equipment is necessary to

minimize damage or when continued operation will have no harmful

effect.

• Utilizes work orders and requisitions for ordering parts and maintenance

repairs.

• Maintains work area in a safe and clean manner.

• Performs job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations,

established company safety procedures and State and Federal

environmental regulations.

• Operates light vehicles to travel throughout the mine site.

• Operates the equipment to diagnose problems and to test operate after

repair.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills & Competencies:

Required

• Background in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment including

ability to read, understand and use electronic diagnostic tools, prints and

manuals.

• Knowledge of mechanical, i.e. engine, transmission, drive train,

pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and air conditioning systems.

• Skill in diagnosing malfunctions.

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred

• Vocational training.

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSTION:

• Intermittent: none

• Occasionally (0 – 1/3 of workday): sitting (operating and repairing equipment); lifting up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); carrying up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); crawling (making repairs); foot/leg movement (foot pedals).

• Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday ) : pushing up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); pulling up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); climbing and balancing (on equipment); stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive motions (making repairs).

• Continually (2/3 – 3/3 of workday): standing and reaching (repairing equipment); walking (changing work locations and getting parts); handling and fingering (tools); speaking (routine communication); hearing (routine communication, equipment problem detection, hazard recognition); seeing (inspection and maintenance, driving, hazard, wiring harness repair).

NOTE: This position requires rotating shifts, 50% inside and 50% outside in all weather extremes.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.