Mechanic 1 or 2 - Mobile Equipment

Sibanye-Stillwater LTD; Big Timber (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibanye-Stillwater LTD is seeking a Mobile Mechanic 1 or 2 for the East Boulder Mine area in McLeod, MT. The role involves maintaining and repairing diesel-powered equipment used in both underground and surface operations.

You will perform predictive and preventive maintenance, follow safety procedures, and handle a variety of equipment including LHDs and drills to maximize uptime and safety. The position requires strong mechanical skills and the ability to work independently in a demanding

Qualifications

• Previous Mechanical experience with skills necessary to meet applicable task proficiency matrix such as troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical and diesel engines with a primary focus on diesel equipment.
• Previous experience with schematics, parts and service manuals.
• Working knowledge of rigging procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of start-up, shut-down, tag-out and safety procedures on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Employ predictive and preventive maintenance techniques to ensure high availability of equipment.
• Maintain equipment to maximize safety and productivity.
• Repair and service mobile underground and surface equipment such as LHDs, drills, rail haulage equipment and surface vehicles, with primary focus on diesel equipment.

Skills

Diesel engines

Troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Schematics

Rigging

Safety procedures

Tool readiness

Education

High School Education or GED

Job description

Mobile Mechanic 1 or 2

Location: East Boulder Mine - McLeod, MT

Schedule: 5x4, 4x5 - 11.5-hour days

Job Responsibilities and Duties

At Sibanye-Stillwater, our Mechanics 1 and Mechanics 2 employ predictive and preventive maintenance techniques to ensure high availability of equipment. Mechanics maintain equipment to maximize safety and productivity. Mechanics at Sibanye-Stillwater repair and service many types of mobile underground and surface equipment such as LHD's, drills, rail haulage equipment, and surface vehicles (including remote control systems). The primary focus or Mechanics is diesel equipment but our Mechanics may perform work on is stationary and mobile equipment such as hoists, crusher, conveyor, air compressors, and water pumps.

Required

Qualifications and Skills

• Previous Mechanical experience with skills necessary to meet applicable task proficiency matrix such as troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical and diesel engines with a primary focus on diesel equipment.


• Previous experience with schematics, parts and service manuals.


• Working knowledge of rigging procedures.


• Demonstrated knowledge of start-up, shut-down, tag-out and safety procedures on equipment.


• Overhead crane operation and inspection experience or equivalent.


• Consistent, effective written communication skills with attention to detail.


• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.


• Independent work habits.


• Must have the required tools per Sibanye-Stillwater tool list or be willing to obtain (tool allowance provided).

Preferred

• Underground equipment maintenance experience.


• Demonstrated gas/arc welding and oxy-acetylene cutting work experience.


• Computer experience.


• Planning and Scheduling experience.

Education & Experience

• High School Education or GED

Sibanye-Stillwater is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions at Sibanye-Stillwater are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation or preference, marital or family status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.