Mechanic

North American Coal; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Coal seeks an experienced maintenance technician to service heavy equipment at mine sites. You will diagnose failures, replace components, read blueprints and service manuals, and use electronic diagnostic tools to ensure optimal performance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with vocational training preferred. Shifts rotate 50% indoors and 50% outdoors in all weather, and you will assist with parts orders and cost tracking while upholding MSHA safety standards.

Qualifications

• Background in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Ability to read, understand and use electronic diagnostic tools, prints and manuals.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (engine, transmission, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, A/C).

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions using diagnostic tools.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment with hoists and hand tools.
• Read blueprints and service manuals for repairs and rebuilds.
• Order parts and maintain cost records.
• Ensure safe, clean work areas and compliance with MSHA regulations.
• Operate equipment to diagnose problems and test after repair.
• Rotate shifts and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Electronic diagnostic tools

Reads manuals/prints

Mechanical systems knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Electronic diagnostic tools

Job description

Employee Type: Regular

Performs all aspects of maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Performs scheduled maintenance such as changing oil, greasing and replacing components on a scheduled basis.
• Troubleshoots/diagnoses systems, components, and heavy equipment malfunctions utilizing current electronic diagnostic tools. Replace parts, repairs, rebuilds as necessary.
• Dismantles and reassembles equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Operates precision measuring devices to measure the tolerances of bearings and shafts, also to level and align rotating machinery.
• Reads blueprints and follows service manuals and parts lists in setting up and performing repairs and any rebuilds.
• Utilizes work orders and requisitions for ordering parts and maintenance of equipment cost records.
• Advises when immediate shut-down of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when continued operation will have no harmful effect.
• Utilizes work orders and requisitions for ordering parts and maintenance repairs.
• Maintains work area in a safe and clean manner.
• Performs job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures and State and Federal environmental regulations.
• Operates light vehicles to travel throughout the mine site.
• Operates the equipment to diagnose problems and to test operate after repair.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills & Competencies:

Required

• Background in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment including ability to read, understand and use electronic diagnostic tools, prints and manuals.
• Knowledge of mechanical, i.e. engine, transmission, drive train, pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and air conditioning systems.
• Skill in diagnosing malfunctions.
• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred

• Vocational training.

ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR POSTION:

• Intermittent: none
• Occasionally (0 – 1/3 of workday): sitting (operating and repairing equipment); lifting up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); carrying up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); crawling (making repairs); foot/leg movement (foot pedals).
• Frequently (1/3 – 2/3 of workday): pushing up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); pulling up to 70 pounds (tools and supplies); climbing and balancing (on equipment); stooping, kneeling, crouching, repetitive motions (making repairs).
• Continually (2/3 – 3/3 of workday): standing and reaching (repairing equipment); walking (changing work locations and getting parts); handling and fingering (tools); speaking (routine communication); hearing (routine communication, equipment problem detection, hazard recognition); seeing (inspection and maintenance, driving, hazard, wiring harness repair).

NOTE: This position requires rotating shifts, 50% inside and 50% outside in all weather extremes.

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.