Mining Heavy Equipment Mechanic – 12‑Hour Rotations

Cleveland-Cliffs; Ishpeming Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with variable bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Cleveland-Cliffs' Tilden Mine in Ishpeming, MI is seeking Heavy Equipment Mechanics to repair and maintain mining trucks, loaders, graders and related equipment. You will troubleshoot issues and work on diesel engines, hydraulics, lubrication, and power transmission systems, often on 12-hour shifts.

Applicants should have a two-year Auto/Diesel program or journeyman certification, be able to read manuals and blueprints, and thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Two-year Auto/Diesel program or journeyman certification required.
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturer manuals.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime.
• Capable of working in hot, dirty, greasy environments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and failures on mining mobile equipment.
• Repair and maintain diesel, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems.
• Participate in safety hazard recognition and housekeeping.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces as needed.

Skills

Read blueprints

Read manuals

Safety awareness

Fast-paced environment

Education

Two-year Auto/Diesel or journeyman certification

Tools

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Power transmission

Job description

Cleveland-Cliffs' Tilden Mine in Ishpeming, MI is seeking Heavy Equipment Mechanics to repair and maintain mining trucks, loaders, graders and related equipment. You will troubleshoot issues and work on diesel engines, hydraulics, lubrication, and power transmission systems, often on 12-hour shifts.

Applicants should have a two-year Auto/Diesel program or journeyman certification, be able to read manuals and blueprints, and thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment.