Maintenance Technician- Mechanic

North American Mining; Center Hill (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Mining in Florida seeks a Dragline Welder/Mechanic to maintain, weld, and repair draglines and heavy mining equipment. You will inspect equipment, read manuals, and perform elevated repairs using aerial lifts.

You must follow safety rules, have a high school diploma and mechanical training, and possess a clean MVR with CDL eligibility. Prior dragline maintenance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Fluency in English preferred; bilingual is a plus.
• Five+ years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and metal properties.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report mechanical inspections of equipment and record data.
• Read and interpret equipment parts books and manuals.
• Interpret technical manuals, instructions, and schematics.
• Weld all metals and fabricate parts from blueprints.
• Operate boom trucks, welding trucks, and forklifts.
• Perform all phases of welding and cutting.
• Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members.
• Follow safety regulations and use appropriate PPE.
• Use mechanical tooling and test instruments.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Skills

English fluency

Bi-lingual

Heavy equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Mechanical technical training

Tools

Welding equipment

Blueprints & schematics

Test instruments

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Dragline Welder/Mechanic to perform maintenance, welding, and mechanical repairs on draglines and other heavy mining equipment.

Job Description:

• Ability to perform and report mechanical inspections of equipment and record data in forms, books, and computers.
• Reading and comprehension of equipment parts books and manuals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of reading and interpreting technical manuals, instructions, and equipment blueprints and schematics.
• Willingness to use aerial lifting equipment to make elevated repairs.
• Knowledge and troubleshooting abilities of air compressors and lube systems.
• Must perform all job functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Must follow all state and federal environmental regulations.
• Use of mechanical tooling and test instruments.
• Accurate assessment of mechanical breakdowns.
• Understanding of bearing, gearing, and drive components.
• Weld all metals and understand metal properties.
• Read and understand blueprints with the ability to assemble and fabricate parts from them.
• Operate boom trucks, welding trucks, and forklifts.
• Perform all phases of welding and cutting.
• Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members.
• Perform assigned duties with little or no supervision.
• Appropriate knowledge of occupational hazards and apply necessary safety precautions to perform assigned work.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Fluency in English is preferred, Bi-lingual is a plus.
• Five years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment maintenance is preferred.
• Knowledge of all phases of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and an understanding of metal properties.
• Knowledge of machine assemblies, bearings, gearing, seal, and rebuilding gear trains.
• Knowledge and skill of millwright and pipe fitter procedures.
• Must be able to operate company vehicles while maintaining a valid driving record (MVR) in good standing.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Mechanical technical training in vocational school or equivalent experience.
• Prior dragline maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience in heavy equipment maintenance a plus.
• Practical knowledge of welding equipment and repair (certification preferred).
• Clean MVR.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate.

You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.