Dragline Technician

North American Mining, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Mining, LLC is looking for a Dragline Technician to perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and fabrication on draglines and related equipment. The role requires strong mechanical skills and an emphasis on safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of heavy equipment maintenance experience, proficiency in welding, and an ability to work independently while operating various machinery. The position operates on-site in the United States.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting abilities and commitment to safety.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and blueprints.
• Practical knowledge of welding equipment and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report inspections of equipment and record data.
• Diagnose and repair air compressors and lube systems.
• Use mechanical tooling and test instruments to assess breakdowns.

Skills

Five years of verifiable heavy equipment maintenance experience

Knowledge of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and metal properties

Knowledge of machine assemblies, bearings, gearing

Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license

Fluency in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Mechanical or Electrical technical training

Tools

Welding equipment

Mechanical tooling and test instruments

Job description

Dragline Technician

A Dragline Technician performs inspections, diagnostics, repairs, and fabrication on draglines and their associated support equipment. This role requires deep mechanical expertise, strong troubleshooting abilities, and a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance. The Dragline Technician ensures optimal performance and reliability of dragline systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report inspections of equipment and record data in forms, books, and computers.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, instructions, blueprints, and schematics.
• Use aerial lifting equipment for elevated repairs.
• Diagnose and repair air compressors and lube systems.
• Use mechanical tooling and test instruments to accurately assess mechanical breakdowns.
• Understand bearing, gearing, drive components, metal properties, and weld all metals.
• Read and understand blueprints to assemble and fabricate parts.
• Operate boom trucks, welding trucks, forklifts; perform all phases of welding and cutting.
• Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members.
• Perform duties with little or no supervision.
• Apply safety precautions for occupational hazards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Fluency in English; bilingual a plus.
• Five years of verifiable heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and metal properties.
• Knowledge of machine assemblies, bearings, gearing, seals, and gear‑train rebuilding.
• Proficiency in millwright and pipe‑fitter procedures.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and maintain a valid MVR.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license.

Advantageous Skills

• Knowledge of AC and DC circuits and motors.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical manuals.
• Install wiring, switches, relays, and control systems.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Mechanical or Electrical technical training from a vocational school or equivalent experience.
• 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 and weekends.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Physical Demands

• Standing up to 2 times per shift: welding, mechanical repairs.
• Walking up to 2 times per shift: mechanical repairs, changing work locations.
• Sitting occasionally: welding, mechanical repairs.
• Lifting up to 75 lbs once per shift: tools, supplies, components.
• Carrying up to 75 lbs once per shift.
• Pushing, pulling up to 75 lbs once per shift.
• Climbing once: dragline boom, plant structures, or mobile equipment.
• Balancing once: dragline boom, plant structures, or mobile equipment.
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling once: welding, mechanical repairs, inspections.
• Reaching once: welding, mechanical repairs, inspections.
• Handling often: welding, mechanical repairs, inspections.
• Repetitive motions occasionally: welding, mechanical repairs.
• Foot/leg movement occasionally: foot pedals.
• Speaking: communication.
• Hearing: communication, equipment problem detection, hazard recognition.
• Seeing: working around rotating machinery, hazard recognition.
• Depth perception: working around rotating machinery, hazard recognition.
• Color vision: working around rotating machinery, hazard recognition.

You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate.