Maintenance Technician- Mechanic-Center Hill, Fl

North American Mining, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Mining, LLC is seeking a skilled Dragline Welder/Mechanic to maintain, weld, and repair draglines and other heavy mining equipment. The role emphasizes safety and thorough mechanical work in a demanding environment.

The ideal candidate has strong reading of blueprints and manuals, extensive welding credentials, and the ability to operate heavy equipment and CDL-licensed vehicles while adhering to federal and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Five years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and metal properties.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical inspections and record data.
• Read equipment parts books, manuals and blueprints.
• Weld and fabricate parts, repair cracks in metal components.
• Operate boom trucks, welding trucks, forklifts and perform welding/cutting.
• Ensure work adheres to safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Welding & cutting

Reading blueprints & schematics

Safety awareness

CDL driving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Mechanical technical training

Tools

Welding equipment

Air arc grinding

Test instruments

Job description

Employee Type: Regular

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

Essential Duties

• 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.

High School Diploma/GED Mechanical technical training in vocational school or equivalent experience.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

With North American Mining, you’re not just getting a team with decades of successful mining projects under our belts. You’re getting a long-term partner that approaches each job with professionalism to provide experience-based solutions. Your goals are our goals, and we deliver reliable, consistent production.