Relocation-Eligible Heavy Equipment Shop Technician

Komatsu Mining Corp.; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous relocation package

Competitive pay

Industry-leading 401(k) match

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

On-the-job training and development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Komatsu Mining Corp. is seeking a Shop Technician in the United States to join our on-site team. You will perform repairs, maintenance, and rebuilds on heavy mining equipment in a well-equipped shop, ensuring safety, quality, and high efficiency in every job.

Ideal candidates have a diesel/ mechanical background, the ability to troubleshoot, and flexibility for variable shifts. We offer relocation support, competitive pay, strong 401(k), and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic mining environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Diesel Technology or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, maintenance, or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment, interpret technical documentation, and complete safe, high‑quality repairs.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, weekends, and overtime as operational needs require.

Responsibilities

• Perform shop repairs, maintenance, and rebuilds on heavy mining equipment and components.
• Remove, inspect, repair, reassemble, and install mechanical, hydraulic, and powertrain components.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and component failures using technical procedures and diagnostic tools.
• Perform failure analysis, testing, and adjustments to ensure repairs meet specifications.
• Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and minimal rework.
• Follow all shop safety, JSA, contamination-control, and HAZMAT requirements.
• Accurately document repairs, parts used, inspection findings, and additional work required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Interpret technical documentation

Ability to work varied shifts

Education

Associate Degree in Diesel Technology or related field

Job description

Komatsu Mining Corp. is seeking a Shop Technician in the United States to join our on-site team. You will perform repairs, maintenance, and rebuilds on heavy mining equipment in a well-equipped shop, ensuring safety, quality, and high efficiency in every job.

Ideal candidates have a diesel/ mechanical background, the ability to troubleshoot, and flexibility for variable shifts. We offer relocation support, competitive pay, strong 401(k), and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic mining environment.