Mechanical Craftsperson

About the role

Maintain and troubleshoot fixed plant equipment that supports one of the world’s largest copper mining operations.

Work rotating 12-hour shifts at our Kennecott operation near Salt Lake City, Utah.

Join a dedicated mechanical maintenance team focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment while supporting training for team members or apprentices when required
• Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical components on fixed plant process equipment, including SAG mills, ball mills, pumps, and support equipment, in line with MSHA standards and standard work instructions
• Partner with Maintenance Support to develop safe and efficient standard work instructions and maintenance improvement activities
• Identify and contribute to cost-saving initiatives, reliability improvements, and process enhancements for Concentrator equipment
• Support installation and commissioning activities for plant equipment as needed
• Review drawings, specifications, and work requirements to determine safe work methods and activity sequencing
• Estimate time, materials, and resources required to complete maintenance work safely and efficiently

Requirements

A commitment to the safety of yourself and your team

Ability and commitment to work rotating 12-hour shifts, including both days and nights

Relevant mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in heavy industry, mining, or a millwright trade environment

State electrical or millwright licensing, technical electrical training, or equivalent relevant experience

Capability in welding, basic hydraulics, equipment alignment, pumps, and mechanical or electrical fundamentals

Strong problem-solving, organization, adaptability, reading comprehension, and written communication skills

Qualifications

Legal authorization to work in the United States

Transferable skills and the right attitude are highly valued

Skills

Commitment to safety

Rotating 12-hour shifts, including both days and nights

Relevant mechanical maintenance experience

State electrical or millwright licensing, technical electrical training, or equivalent relevant experience

Capability in welding, basic hydraulics, equipment alignment, pumps, and mechanical or electrical fundamentals

Strong problem-solving, organization, adaptability, reading comprehension, and written communication skills

Benefits

Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress.

A work environment where safety is always the number one priority

Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus

Access to top-tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits

Achieve a comprehensive retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution and a generous 401(k) matching program

Attractive share ownership plan

Comprehensive leave policies which cover all the moments that matter in life, including paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave

A generous parental leave policy, which ensures you are able to spend quality time with your new family

Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which provides confidential counselling or expert guidance for you and your family to help get through life’s challenges

Pay

Competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive bonus

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shifts