Heavy Duty Mechanic - Mining

Ledcor Group; Challis (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Overtime pay

Job summary

Ledcor Group in the United States is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics to support mining operations in Idaho and Nevada. You will work on a fleet of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators, keeping critical equipment safe and ready for the job.

The role emphasizes diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance to OEM standards, with emphasis on Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu machines.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience with heavy equipment repair in mining or heavy civil environments.
• Trade certification or technical training is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience reading schematics and using diagnostic tools.
• Experience with Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment preferred.
• MSHA Part 48 (metal/non-metal) required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.
• Repair and replace components to OEM standards for Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment.
• Complete service records and communicate equipment status to operations teams.
• Work safely with tools and equipment following site safety procedures.
• Collaborate with mechanics and operations to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Diagnostics tools

Reading schematics

Cat/Hitachi/Komatsu familiarity

Education

Trade certification or technical training

Job description

Ledcor is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics to support our mining operations in Nevada and Idaho. If you know your way around iron and take pride in keeping equipment running strong, this is your chance to join a solid crew and build a long‑term career. You’ll work on a fleet of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators, helping keep critical equipment safe, reliable, and ready for the job.

Essential Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.
• Repair and replace components to OEM standards, with a focus on Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment.
• Complete service records and communicate equipment status to operations teams.
• Work safely with tools and equipment, following all site safety procedures.
• Collaborate with mechanics and operations to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands‑on experience in heavy equipment repair (mining or heavy civil preferred).
• Trade certification, technical training, or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience reading schematics and using diagnostic tools.
• Experience with Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment strongly preferred.
• MSHA Part 48 (metal/non‑metal) required (support provided if needed).
• Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Must pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing.

Work Conditions

• Rotating shifts, 10–12 hours per day.
• Overtime paid after 40 hours.
• Steady, site‑based work with long‑term opportunities.
• Daily Living Out Allowance (LOA).
• Health and wellness benefits, plus 401(k) matching.
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.