Underground Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Madergroup; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mader is seeking experienced underground hard rock mechanics to support, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment across multiple operations and OEM platforms while on the road. You will work with experienced crews to ensure production equipment remains online and reliable.

Join a team that values safety, hands‑on problem solving, and the ability to adapt to diverse fleets. This on‑the‑road role offers variety, autonomy, and opportunities to advance skills in a dynamic underground environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience on underground hard rock equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding ability.
• Experience working independently underground.
• Solid hydraulic, electrical and mechanical knowledge.
• Commitment to safe work practices.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a drug screen/background check.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and diagnostics on underground mining equipment.
• Breakdown response and field repairs.
• Planned maintenance and inspections.
• Major component replacements and rebuilds.
• Supporting production‑critical equipment underground.
• Working across Sandvik, Epiroc, CAT, Normet, Getman and other OEM platforms.
• Delivering high‑quality work safely and efficiently.

Skills

Underground diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Hydraulic knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Safe work practices

Driver's license

Drug screen/background check

Job description

Job no: 494120

Work type: Full time

Location: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

Categories: Trades

Mader is growing our underground team and we're looking for experienced hard rock mechanics who know their way around underground equipment and can be trusted to get the job done.

This role isn't about spending the next five years working on the same machines at the same mine. You'll work across multiple operations, equipment fleets, and OEM platforms while building your skills alongside some of the most experienced underground mechanics in the industry.

If you enjoy diagnostics, major repairs, troubleshooting difficult faults, and the challenge that comes with underground mining, you'll fit right in.

What You'll Be Doing

• Troubleshooting and diagnostics on underground mining equipment
• Breakdown response and field repairs
• Planned maintenance and inspections
• Major component replacements and rebuilds
• Supporting production‑critical equipment underground
• Working across Sandvik, Epiroc, CAT, Normet, Getman and other OEM platforms
• Delivering high‑quality work safely and efficiently

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years experience working on underground hard rock equipment
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding ability
• Experience working independently underground
• Strong hydraulic, electrical and mechanical knowledge
• Commitment to safe work practices
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check

Why Mechanics Join Mader

• 2:1 and 2:2 rosters available
• Flights, accommodation and meals covered
• Work on a variety of underground fleets and mine sites
• Your experience is trusted and respected
• Strong earning potential with overtime opportunities
• Work alongside experienced underground specialists
• Consistent work with established crews
• Uncapped Mates of Mader referral bonuses
• Team events, adventure trips and a culture built around good people

Built By Mechanics

Mader was founded by mechanics who believed there was a better way to build a career on the tools. Today, we support underground mining operations across North America and around the world, but our philosophy remains the same: hire good mechanics, back them properly, and give them the opportunity to do what they do best.

If you're looking for more variety, more autonomy, and the chance to work alongside some of the best underground mechanics in the industry, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today.

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Questions:

• Which equipment brands have you worked on? (e.g. CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Sandvik, Epiroc, Liebherr, John Deere). Please specify.
• What type of sites have you worked on? (e.g. surface mine, underground mine, quarry, construction). Please specify.

Experience:

• Underground: 3 years (Preferred)
• Heavy Equipment Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Advertised: 22 Jun 2026 Alaskan Daylight Time