Mining Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Diagnostics & Repairs

Ledcor Group; Winnemucca (NV); On-site; USD 38,572 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) matching

Daily Living Allowance (LOA)

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics to support mining operations in Nevada and Idaho. You’ll work on a fleet of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators, maintaining safety, reliability, and uptime.

This role requires hands-on repair and preventive maintenance while adhering to site safety rules. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of heavy equipment experience, MSHA Part 48 readiness, and a valid license.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on heavy equipment repair experience (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

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic tools use

Safety awareness

Education

Trade certification or technical training

Tools

Reading schematics

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Ledcor is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics to support mining operations in Nevada and Idaho. You’ll work on a fleet of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators, maintaining safety, reliability, and uptime.

This role requires hands-on repair and preventive maintenance while adhering to site safety rules. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of heavy equipment experience, MSHA Part 48 readiness, and a valid license.