Field/Pump Diagnostic Mechanic I - Henderson Mine

About the role

Hiring a highly skilled mechanic to perform diagnostic, maintenance, and repair tasks on pump systems and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform the removal, repair, and installation of pumps, pipelines, fire water systems, interceptor wells, potable water systems, hydraulic systems, and their associated parts.
• Perform mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance on pumping systems by checking bearings, greasing, purging, motor and coupling temperatures, adjusting packing, checking for visual and vibration signs of breakdown, etc.
• Prioritize and make decisions regarding equipment repair as needed.
• Maintain work orders and perform work area inspections.
• Train and mentor other employees.
• May operate equipment such as: trucks, bobcats, forklifts, mobile cranes, backhoes, loaders, road graders, and small mobile equipment.
• Act as a Fill-in Supervisor as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Two (2) years of experience in pump mechanical/maintenance or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Knowledge of APP inspections.
• Ability to prioritize repairs and possess excellent decision-making skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot machine systems.
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with others in a team environment.
• Must be proficient in multiple types of welding, fabrication, and layout.
• Knowledge of blue stake process.
• Demonstrate safety as a core value.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required aptitude.
• The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge and skills while also passing a written assessment where required.
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English.
• Communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards.
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment.
• Work is performed in a mining or industrial environment which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, toxic chemicals, explosives, fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally may be asked to lift moderately heavy to heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds during the course of the workday.
• Will be required to work rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

Preferred

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience working in a mining environment.
• Experience repairing and troubleshooting pumps, piping, and related systems.
• Basic computer skills.