Heavy Equipment Mechanic

ROLE SUMMARY
Our respected mining client is in search of a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to bolster their mining operations. The selected candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe repair of mobile equipment, including mining excavators, loaders, haul trucks, water trucks, dozers, and graders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical repairs on heavy equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance both in the shop and in the mine/pit.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Weld steel components as per specifications.
• Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental protocols.
• Collaborate with the team to enhance productivity and minimize downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

DESIRED SKILLS
• Welding experience with heavy mobile mining equipment.
• Experience with Hitachi Excavator (5600-7) or Liebherr Truck (T264).

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience in open-cut mining environments.
• Proficiency working on CAT 789, LIE T264, KOM 830E, HIT EX5600, LIE R996 size equipment and larger.
• Experience in major component replacement, overhauls, and machine rebuilds.
• Proficiency in mobile equipment diagnostics.
• Fluency in English.

EDUCATION
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• MSHA Part 48 Certification (Training provided if needed).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Capability to work and live at high altitudes (12,000 ft. elevation) for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in extreme winter conditions with temperatures regularly below zero degrees Fahrenheit.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk long distances, and climb ladders.
• Willingness to work extended 12-hour shifts.
• Availability for night shifts (5:30 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.) for seven days at a time.
• No auditory or visual impairments restricting driving ability or discerning alerts/alarms.
• Quick response/reaction times, arm-hand steadiness, and manual dexterity.
• Weight within equipment manufacturer's limit of 350 lbs.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A safety-focused work environment with a commitment to keeping everyone safe every day.
• Permanent employment directly with the world’s largest mining services provider.
• Competitive base salary with project premiums and bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with 100% coverage for employees and subsidized coverage for immediate family.
• RRSP benefit with employer matching contributions.
• Career development opportunities locally, domestically within Canada, and potentially globally.
• Leave benefits for personal reasons.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• All necessary tools provided.
• Work schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off, rotating 12-hour shifts (days and nights).
• Fly-in, fly-out options for out-of-state candidates (travel expenses covered) and drive-in, drive-out options for in-state candidates (travel reimbursement).
• Accommodations and per diem provided, including shuttle services.
• Work in high-elevation, cold, snowy conditions during winter months.