About this role
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We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Dragline Welder/Mechanic to perform maintenance, welding, and mechanical repairs on draglines and other heavy mining equipment.
Job Description:
Essential Duties:
• Ability to perform and report mechanical inspections of equipment and record data in forms, books, and computers. • Reading and comprehension of equipment parts books and manuals. • Demonstrate knowledge of reading and interpreting technical manuals, instructions, and equipment blueprints and schematics. • Willingness to use aerial lifting equipment to make elevated repairs. • Knowledge and troubleshooting abilities of air compressors and lube systems. • Must perform all job functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. • Must follow all state and federal environmental regulations. • Use of mechanical tooling and test instruments. • Accurate assessment of mechanical breakdowns. • Understanding of bearing, gearing, and drive components. • Weld all metals and understand metal properties. • Read and understand blueprints with the ability to assemble and fabricate parts from them. • Operate boom trucks, welding trucks, and forklifts. • Perform all phases of welding and cutting. • Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members. • Perform assigned duties with little or no supervision. • Appropriate knowledge of occupational hazards and apply necessary safety precautions to perform assigned work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Fluency in English is preferred, Bi-lingual is a plus. • Five years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment maintenance is preferred. • Knowledge of all phases of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and an understanding of metal properties. • Knowledge of machine assemblies, bearings, gearing, seal, and rebuilding gear trains. • Knowledge and skill of millwright and pipe fitter procedures. • Must be able to operate company vehicles while maintaining a valid driving record (MVR) in good standing. • Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license.
Education, Training, and Experience:
• High School Diploma/GED • Mechanical technical training in vocational school or equivalent experience.
Minimum Requirements:
• Prior dragline maintenance experience preferred. • Experience in heavy equipment maintenance a plus. • Practical knowledge of welding equipment and repair (certification preferred). • Clean MVR. • Ability to work rotating shifts.
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.