Drill & Shovel Mechanic – Field Service (USA – Various Locations)

Madergroup; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights covered

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Referral bonus

401(k) match

Career growth

Job summary

Madergroup seeks a Drill & Shovel Mechanic – Field Service (USA – Various Locations) to support mining operations across Nevada and Colorado, offering flexible field assignments and full-time engagement.

You’ll work on Sandvik drills and related equipment, diagnose hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems, and gain experience across multiple sites and OEM environments, with ongoing opportunities as you grow your trade.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting heavy mining equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of drill and shovel systems, including Sandvik equipment.
• Experience with component changeouts, breakdown repairs, and planned maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability in field environments.
• Ability to work independently across remote or rotating mine sites.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Fault-finding diagnostics

Independent field work

Valid driver’s license

Site-to-site adaptability

Tools

Sandvik drills and support equipment

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Job description

Drill & Shovel Mechanic – Field Service (USA – Various Locations)

Job no: 494025
Work type: Casual, Full time
Location: Nevada, Colorado
Categories: Trades

This role is ideal for mechanics who want variety, exposure to different mine sites, and the opportunity to grow their skillset across multiple OEMs and environments.

What You Bring

• 3–5+ years of experience maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting heavy mining equipment
• Strong working knowledge of drill and shovel systems, including:
• Sandvik drills and support equipment
• General hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems across mobile mining fleets
• Experience with component changeouts, breakdown repairs, and planned maintenance
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic capability in field environments
• Ability to work independently across remote or rotating mine sites
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background and drug screening

What You Get

• Flexible field service assignments across multiple U.S. mine sites
• Flights, accommodation, and meals fully covered
• Referral bonuses up to $3,000
• 401(k) with company match
• Leadership team made up of former field mechanics who understand the job
• Consistent work on long-term projects
• Exposure to multiple sites and equipment types to keep building your trade
• Flexibility to move between projects as your experience grows and interests evolve

Advertised: 18 Sep 2026 Mountain Daylight Time
Applications close: 18 Oct 2026 Mountain Daylight Time