Field Heavy Equipment Technician & Weld Specialist

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Herriman (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay: $36.18–$51.43

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee discounts

Boot and tool reimbursement

Paid vacation/holidays/sick days

Excellent job security

Opportunity to work with innovative, 고

Job summary

Komatsu Mining Corp. in Herriman, Utah, seeks a Heavy Equipment Technician (Field) to perform advanced welding and mechanical work on heavy equipment in shop and field settings. The role requires safety leadership, strong judgment, and the ability to plan and execute complex tasks with minimal supervision.

Travel may be required. Excellent benefits and competitive hourly wages offered. Preferred candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience and an accredited apprenticeship or equivalent

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience performing advanced welding and mechanical work on heavy equipment.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and safely operate electrical and pneumatic power tools within a defined scope.
• Completed accredited apprenticeship in a recognized trade, craft, or occupation; or 1-year technical college education (preferred).
• Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, charts, and tables.
• Proficiency with precision measuring instruments (all variations).
• Advanced mechanical troubleshooting skills, including use of diagnostic equipment.
• Proficiency in TIG and MIG welding procedures, with advanced skills across multiple welding applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex work to very close limits of accuracy and quality, requiring sustained visual attention and manual dexterity.
• Set cribbing, hydraulic jacks, and safety jack stands to lift electric shovels.
• Field machining capabilities including bore welding, setup, and cutting.
• Knowledge of aligning couplings on motors, transfer cases, and gearboxes.
• Prevent damage to equipment and materials by applying strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Work effectively within a diverse team environment; coordinate work to support team and site objectives.
• Travel as required based on business needs and company objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Welding (MIG/TIG)

Blueprint reading

Mechanical troubleshooting

Power tools (electric & pneumatic)

Safety leadership

Team collaboration

Travel flexibility

Education

Accredited apprenticeship

1-year technical college (preferred)

Tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Komatsu Mining Corp. in Herriman, Utah, seeks a Heavy Equipment Technician (Field) to perform advanced welding and mechanical work on heavy equipment in shop and field settings. The role requires safety leadership, strong judgment, and the ability to plan and execute complex tasks with minimal supervision.

Travel may be required. Excellent benefits and competitive hourly wages offered. Preferred candidates have 3–5 years of relevant experience and an accredited apprenticeship or equivalent