Field Technician: Heavy Equipment Repair & Diagnostics

Komatsu Mining Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Training and development

Safety programs

Tool allowance

Work-life balance

Job summary

Komatsu Mining Corp. is seeking a Field Technician for our Elko, NV branch to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy mining equipment.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain systems, perform component removal and reassembly, and conduct root-cause analyses to improve reliability. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of hands-on heavy equipment repair experience, and a strong emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Diesel or Heavy Equipment Technology preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on heavy equipment repair, maintenance, or equivalent experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain systems.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work various shifts and overtime based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain heavy mining equipment and major components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain systems to identify failures and minimize downtime.
• Perform component removal, installation, disassembly, reassembly, testing, and adjustment.
• Conduct inspections and root-cause failure analysis to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and workmanship.
• Follow all company and mine-site safety, contamination control, and HAZMAT procedures.
• Accurately complete work orders, inspections, parts requirements, and repair documentation.
• Communicate repair progress, equipment condition, and technical recommendations with supervisors and customers.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Powertrain

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Diesel or Heavy Equipment Technology

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Komatsu Mining Corp. is seeking a Field Technician for our Elko, NV branch to diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy mining equipment.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and powertrain systems, perform component removal and reassembly, and conduct root-cause analyses to improve reliability. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of hands-on heavy equipment repair experience, and a strong emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.