Mining Light Vehicle Mechanic: Competitive Pay & Bonus

OceanaGold Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision & Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

OceanaGold Corporation is seeking a skilled automotive maintenance technician to help keep mining equipment operational. You will inspect, test, and service light vehicles used across our sites, ensuring reliability and safety in demanding environments.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of maintenance experience with light vehicles and a background in automotive dealerships or service roles. This full-time role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for safety-focused teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience within an automotive dealership setting.
• 5+ years maintenance experience with light vehicle maintenance preferred.
• Previous experience in an auto mechanic role would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Keep equipment available by inspecting and testing vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.
• Repair engine failures and mechanical/electrical system malfunctions; replace parts and components.
• Maintain vehicle service records by recording service and repairs.
• Keep shop equipment operating by following instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.

Skills

Auto mechanics

Vehicle maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

Tertiary trade qualifications

Job description

OceanaGold Corporation is seeking a skilled automotive maintenance technician to help keep mining equipment operational. You will inspect, test, and service light vehicles used across our sites, ensuring reliability and safety in demanding environments.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of maintenance experience with light vehicles and a background in automotive dealerships or service roles. This full-time role offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for safety-focused teamwork.