Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Careermine; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Bald Mountain seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to maintain and repair a fleet of mining equipment, ensuring uptime and safety on site. You will service haul trucks, graders, dozers, water trucks, shovels and drills, reading hydraulic and electrical schematics with Cat SIS/Cat ET and Cummins InSite as helpful tools.

The role requires four years of relevant experience, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years in heavy equipment maintenance or welding.
• Strong mechanical aptitude in diesel, hydraulic and powertrain systems.
• Welding experience; arc/MIG/TIG; ability to read schematics.
• Valid driver's license; own hand tools up to ¾" drive; safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to MSHA and Bald Mountain safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain and repair mobile mining equipment (haul trucks, graders, dozers, water trucks, shovels, drills).
• Perform structural welding and fabrication per OEM or AWS standards.
• Minimize downtime through scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Diagnose electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical issues; read schematics.
• Create accurate work records; coordinate with maintenance personnel.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Diesel systems

Hydraulic systems

Powertrain knowledge

Reading schematics

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cat SIS

Cat ET

Cummins InSite

Job description

Bald Mountain is an open-pit mine with a large estimated mineral resource in the largest private mining land package in the U.S. The mine is located in White Pine County, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world, along the southern extension of the prolific Carlin trend. Bald Mountain and the nearby Round Mountain mine make up Kinross' Nevada operations.

Bald Mountain is an important contributor to the economy of northeastern Nevada and maintains a comprehensive environmental strategy including wildlife protection, habitat recovery and education.

Job Description

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing a fleet of mining equipment, ensuring optimal efficiency and safety of all machinery. This role demands advanced expertise in various mechanical systems, including braking, steering, and suspension, as well as proficiency in electronic engine controls and hydraulic systems.

The ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics is crucial for effective troubleshooting and maintenance tasks. Proficiency with Cat SIS, Cat ET, and Cummins InSite are helpful.

While this role ideally suits an experienced mechanic, we welcome applicants with strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to further develop skill sets.

The position requires a strong understanding of mechanical systems and safety practices while ensuring minimal downtime for equipment and compliance with Kinross' safety and operational standards.

Work Schedule

This position follows a rotating 5/4 schedule, alternating between day and night shifts. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to all MSHA and Bald Mountain safety policies and procedures.
• Perform mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on mobile mining equipment, including haul trucks, graders, dozers, water trucks, shovels, and drills.
• Conduct structural welding and fabrication on heavy equipment, including crack repair and metal buildup in line with OEM or AWS welding procedures.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to minimize downtime and support optimal equipment availability.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Use welding and cutting equipment to fabricate or repair components.
• Read and interpret technical schematics, repair manuals, and welding diagrams.
• Create and maintain accurate work records, including work orders and turnover notes.
• Must maintain a personal set of hand tools suitable for the role (up to ¾" drive); the company will provide specialized tools and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and site safety initiatives.
• Coordinate with other maintenance personnel to ensure efficient and safe repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support maintenance operations and business needs.

Qualifications and Skills Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance, welding, or a combination of both.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, and powertrain systems.
• Welding experience required; formal certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely perform basic welding tasks using arc, MIG, TIG, and oxyacetylene techniques.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical and welding schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to operate service trucks, forklifts, and other support equipment.
• Must maintain a personal set of hand tools suitable for the role (up to ¾" drive); the company will provide specialized tools and equipment.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and a commitment to safety.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in varying environmental conditions.
• Must be at least 18 years old and currently authorized to work full-time in the United States.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
• Have a strong commitment to safe working practices.
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
• Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements.
• Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
• Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect.
• Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
• Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
• Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
• Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
• Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
• Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
• Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.

Kinross Core Competencies

• Strategic Effectiveness Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value.
• External Engagement Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage.
• Business Focus Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships.
• Living the Kinross Values Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles.

Reporting Relationships

This position reports to the Mobile Maintenance Shift Supervisor.

Legislative Requirements

Background Check required

US work permit required

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).