Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Tilden Mining Company L.C; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs at the Tilden Mine in Ishpeming, Michigan, is seeking Heavy Equipment Mechanics to repair and maintain mining mobile equipment, including trucks, loaders, and graders. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, reading plans and manuals, and performing tasks in a demanding environment.

You will work rotating 12-hour shifts, overtime, nights, and weekends, with a strong focus on safety and housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Two-year Auto/Diesel or similar degree or certified Journeyman.
• Ability to read blueprints, manufacturer manuals, and other instructional items.
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime, nights, afternoons, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Repair and maintain a broad range of mechanical and electrical systems on mining mobile equipment including diesel engines, hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, computer, and power transmission systems.
• Participate in safety hazard recognition.
• Maintain superior housekeeping.
• May be required to work at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Be able to work alone with minimal supervision or with other maintenance technicians.
• Work in hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and/or noisy environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading manuals

Fast-paced environment

Safety awareness

Education

Auto/Diesel degree or Journeyman certification

Job description

Location: Ishpeming, MI Cleveland-Cliffs has immediate openings for Heavy Equipment Mechanics at our Tilden Mine operation located in Ishpeming, Michigan. Heavy Equipment Mechanics are responsible for repairing and maintaining equipment such as trucks, loaders, graders, and other production equipment.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment issues
• Repair and maintain a broad range of mechanical and electrical systems on mining mobile equipment including, but not limited to, diesel engines, hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, computer, and power transmission systems
• Participate in safety hazard recognition
• Maintain superior housekeeping
• May be required to work at heights and/or in confined spaces
• Be able to work alone with minimal supervision or with other maintenance technicians
• Work in hot, cold, dirty, greasy, wet, and/or noisy environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Two-year Auto/Diesel or similar degree or certified Journeyman
• Ability to read blueprints, manufacturer manuals, and other instructional items
• Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts, overtime, nights, afternoons, weekends, and holidays
• Must be willing to work 12-hour shifts

We offer an excellent total compensation package including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Education assistance
• Paid time off

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 1-[phone] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat-rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs is also the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. As a team of more than 30,000 people, we proudly serve a diverse range of markets and are the largest steel supplier to the automotive industry in North America. Built on a strong safety and environmental stewardship legacy, we operate responsibly and are committed to a sustainable future. With ongoing initiatives to reduce waste, improve water conservation, and reduce carbon emissions, we promise to become North America's leader in steelmaking and mining sustainability. Cleveland-Cliffs offers opportunities for high-performing individuals in a myriad of technical and professional disciplines. Whether in the field or office, Cleveland-Cliffs fosters an environment that empowers our employees to achieve their highest potential. Employees will be presented with a challenging and rewarding environment. A competitive compensation package, opportunities for advancement, and work-life balance all lead to a positive, passionate career at Cleveland-Cliffs.