Mining Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Cat/Hitachi/Komatsu Expert

Ledcor Careers; Luning (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Daily Living Out Allowance (LOA)

401(k) matching

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support mining operations across Arizona, Nevada, and Idaho. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators to OEM standards, keeping critical equipment safe and productive.

The role requires knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems and a valid driver’s license. Join a team focused on reliability, safety, and long‑term career growth, with rotating shifts and site‑based work in

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment repair (mining or heavy civil preferred).
• Trade certification, technical training, or equivalent experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Experience reading schematics and using diagnostic tools.
• Experience with Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment strongly preferred.
• MSHA Part 48 (metal/non-metal) required (support provided if needed).
• Valid driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.
• Repair and replace components to OEM standards, with a focus on Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment.
• Complete service records and communicate equipment status to operations teams.
• Work safely with tools and equipment, following all site safety procedures.
• Collaborate with mechanics and operations to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Reading schematics

Diagnostic tools

Cat equipment

Hitachi equipment

Komatsu equipment

MSHA Part 48

Education

Trade certification

Technical training

Equivalent experience

Job description

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support mining operations across Arizona, Nevada, and Idaho. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators to OEM standards, keeping critical equipment safe and productive.

The role requires knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems and a valid driver’s license. Join a team focused on reliability, safety, and long‑term career growth, with rotating shifts and site‑based work in