Mine Equipment Maintenance Front Line Supervisor

Kiewit Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Front Line Supervisor – Equipment Maintenance to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations for heavy equipment across mining sites. You will supervise up to 20 technicians, set safety and quality standards, and drive crews toward on-time performance.

The role requires strong technical background in surface mining equipment, excellent communication, and readiness to relocate to job sites and travel as needed. This is a full-time position within the Field Supervision department.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of frontline supervision experience in mining or heavy civil ops.
• Familiar with MSHA operations and safety standards.
• Self-starter with high initiative and strong work ethic.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
• Willing to relocate and travel on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of maintenance crew up to 20 personnel (mechanics, welders, electricians).
• Assist in hiring, training, and development of craft personnel; set daily assignments.
• Maintain open communication with crews, engineers, safety, and quality teams.
• Prepare work plans, determine manpower, materials, and equipment needs.
• Inspect shop/field conditions, troubleshoot, and implement cost-saving measures.
• Monitor budgets and enforce cost-control measures.
• Enforce safety training and awareness for all personnel.
• Contribute to 90-day and three-week schedules; coordinate with contractors and suppliers.

Skills

Front Line Supervisory

Safety leadership

Team development

Communication skills

Leadership under pressure

Adaptability

Education

MSHA familiarity

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Front Line Supervisor – Equipment Maintenance to oversee day-to-day maintenance operations for heavy equipment across mining sites. You will supervise up to 20 technicians, set safety and quality standards, and drive crews toward on-time performance.

The role requires strong technical background in surface mining equipment, excellent communication, and readiness to relocate to job sites and travel as needed. This is a full-time position within the Field Supervision department.