Drill Mechanic - DDS

Peabody Energy; Wright (WY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Peabody Energy is seeking a Drill Mechanic to join the Maintenance team at the North Antelope Rochelle Mine (NARM) in Wright, Wyoming. The role focuses on safe, efficient maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection of drilling equipment used in surface mining operations to support production goals while complying with MSHA and environmental requirements.

The Drill Mechanic diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues, conducts preventative maintenance, and

Qualifications

• Trade certificate preferred.
• Experience maintaining drilling equipment.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Visibly support and champion Peabody's Mission and Values.
• Inspect work area for hazards, damage and defects.
• Diagnose faults or breakdowns in drilling equipment.
• Estimate time and materials to complete jobs.
• Raise orders for materials.
• Undertake repairs or component changes as required.
• Ensure activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Ability to operate oxygen/acetylene cutting torch and perform arc welding.
• Ability to read and use low voltage electrical, air and hydraulic schematics in repairs.
• Operate auxiliary equipment such as forklifts, overhead shop cranes.
• Rebuild air valves and adjust air system governors.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Electrical schematics

Education

Trade Certificate

Tools

Oxy-acetylene torch

Arc welding

Hydraulic gauges

Job description

About the role

Peabody is seeking a Drill Mechanic to join our Maintenance team at the North Antelope Rochelle Mine (NARM) in Wright, Wyoming. NARM is the largest surface coal mine in the world, producing high-quality thermal coal that is transported by haul truck and shipped by rail. The operation maintains approximately 465 million tons of coal reserves and plays a critical role in delivering reliable energy resources.

Located in Campbell County, Wright offers a safe, close-knit community with excellent schools and a wide range of recreational opportunities, providing an exceptional quality of life for employees and their families.

At Peabody, safety is our highest priority. NARM is committed to maintaining a safety-first culture and continuously strives to achieve zero recordable MSHA injuries and incidents. As a member of our leadership team, the General Foreman will play a key role in fostering a safe, productive, and collaborative work environment while supporting operational excellence across the Rolling Stock Shop

Job Summary

The Drill Mechanic is responsible for the safe and efficient maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and inspection of drilling equipment utilized in surface mining operations. This role ensures drilling equipment is maintained in optimal operating condition to support production goals while adhering to all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The Drill Mechanic diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues, performs preventative and corrective maintenance, and works collaboratively with operations and maintenance personnel to minimize equipment downtime and maximize reliability.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Visibly support and champion Peabody's Mission and Values
• Act in accordance with and adhere to Safety as a Way of Life Management System
• Inspect work area or hazards, damage and defects
• Diagnose faults or breakdowns
• Estimate time and materials required to complete jobs
• Raise orders for materials
• Undertake repairs or component changeouts as required
• Ensure activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements
• Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot situations arising in the drill maintenance area
• Ability to operate oxygen/acetylene cutting torch and perform arc welding with low hydrogen electrodes
• Ability to use read and use low voltage electricial, air and hydraulic schematics in performing repairs
• Ability to operate auxiliary equipment such as forklifts, overhead shop cranes etc
• Ability to rebuild air valves and perform adjustments on air system governors
• Other duties as assigned by the company

Physical Requirements

SURFACE ENVIRONMENT

• Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
• Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
• Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on/off equipment and ladders
• Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA
• Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms/legs and good hand to eye coordination
• Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 – 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the work shift
• Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high decibels, varying degrees of light/dark, in and around artificial light, and in a confined work area
• Must have the ability to work various shifts (required shifts include days, evening and nights, with rotating schedules, weekends and holidays)

Education

• Trade Certificate preferred

About Peabody

Peabody is a leading coal producer, supplying essential products that support the generation of affordable, reliable energy and the production of steel worldwide. With approximately 5,500 employees across operations in the United States and Australia, we serve customers in 26 countries and remain committed to delivering value through safe, responsible, and efficient operations.

Sustainability is fundamental to our business and guides our long‑term strategy. We are dedicated to creating positive outcomes for our employees, communities, customers, and stakeholders while responsibly managing the resources entrusted to us.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Peabody fosters an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes professional growth, and recognizes individual and team contributions. We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and respectful work environment where all employees are treated with fairness, supported in their development, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

EEO Disclaimer

Peabody is an Equal Opportunity Employer.