Experienced Heavy Duty Mobile Mechanic - Parts Expeditor (East Tennessee Mines)

Nyrstar Group; Tennessee; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational metals company in Tennessee is seeking an Experienced Heavy Duty Mobile Mechanic. This role involves troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring equipment operability. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience and a high school diploma. The position requires team collaboration and a commitment to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of related experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in diesel and electrical diagnostics.
• Understanding of repair techniques and components of diesel equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Perform preventative maintenance and breakdown support.
• Change tires and perform pre-shift examinations on equipment.

Skills

Diesel and electrical diagnostics

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team-oriented environment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Hose machine

Job description

Experienced Heavy Duty Mobile Mechanic - Parts Expeditor (East Tennessee Mines)

Nyrstar is a global multi-metals business, with a market leading position in zinc and lead and growing positions in other base and precious metals. Nyrstar has mining, smelting and other operations located in Europe, the Americas and Australia and employs over 4,000 people. The company’s global operations are located close to key customers and major transport hubs to facilitate delivery of raw materials and distribution of finished products. In August 2019, Nyrstar’s operating business became majority owned by Trafigura, a market leader in the global commodities industry, providing a stable long-term platform for its marketing leading operations worldwide.

THE ROLE

The purpose of this job is to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventative maintenance and provide breakdown support and service equipment at an advanced level.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Demonstrated expertise in diesel and electrical diagnostics with a solid understanding of repair techniques.
• Excellent problem solving, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Advanced knowledge of parts, tools and all components of diesel-powered equipment and knowledge of how each part interacts with other parts.
• Ability to use hose machine to make hoses, proper identification of hose sizes, and able to change hose and train others on the hose process.
• Understanding the usage of fluids that are used on-site (Hyd, Eng oil, Diesel fuel, etc.)
• Proper knowledge of installation of common wear items (e.g. v-belts, wipers, light bulbs, etc.)
• Ability to work swing shifts and/or weekends/ holidays.
• Ability to perform proper pre-shift examinations on equipment.
• Ability to change tires, proper understanding of hand tools/pneumatic tools.
• Delivery of results in a timely manner and safety
• Follow all MSHA and Site safety rules

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• 2 or more years of related experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Department: Internal & External. This is a non-management position. This is a full time position.

Nyrstar is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.