Underground Maintenance Mechanic

Careermine; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinross Gold is seeking an Underground Mobile Maintenance Technician to inspect, troubleshoot, service, and repair underground equipment in shop and field settings. You will support reliable production with a strong focus on safety and quality workmanship in a fast-paced underground mining operation.

The role requires 3+ years of heavy equipment maintenance experience, with underground experience preferred, plus the ability to read schematics and operate OEM diagnostic software.

Qualifications

• Three (3) or more years of heavy equipment maintenance experience preferred, with underground mobile maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and powertrain systems on underground mining equipment required.
• Experience maintaining underground equipment such as loaders, haul trucks, jumbos, bolters, drills, shotcrete units, and utility/support equipment preferred.
• Strong background in underground drilling and bolting equipment repair is highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, service manuals, technical bulletins, and parts information required.
• Experience with OEM diagnostic and service software is preferred.
• Diesel technology training, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate support equipment including forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, service trucks, and similar tools/equipment preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across maintenance and operations teams required.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and perform effectively with limited supervision in a production-driven underground environment required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair underground mobile equipment including loaders, haul trucks, drills, bolters, shotcrete equipment, utility vehicles, and other support equipment.
• Perform planned maintenance, component change-outs, breakdown repairs, and follow-up inspections in both underground field locations and shop settings.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, powertrain, and braking systems using schematics, manuals, onboard diagnostics, and technical support resources.
• Read and interpret service manuals, blueprints, parts information, and equipment schematics to complete accurate and efficient repairs.
• Complete detailed work orders, service reports, failure documentation, and parts requests with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in work areas, service trucks, and shops to support a safe and efficient underground maintenance environment.
• Work closely with operations, planning, warehouse, and fellow maintenance team members to minimize downtime and support reliable production.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned equipment, tools, and tasks while consistently meeting performance, attendance, and workmanship expectations.

Skills

Underground equipment repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Powertrain maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Safety conscious

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reading schematics

Valid driver's license

Education

Diesel technology diploma

Technical certification

High school diploma

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Service manuals access

Job description

Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. Kinross began operating the mine in 2003, and it has since become a continuous improvement leader in the Company's portfolio. Round Mountain poured its 15 millionth ounce in 2018. Round Mountain and the nearby Bald Mountain mine make up Kinross' Nevada operations.

The Round Mountain mine is an important contributor to the Nye County economy and, working with local stakeholders, has helped achieve significant improvements in healthcare and education in the area.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Underground Mobile Maintenance Supervisor, the Underground Mobile Maintenance Technician is responsible for safely inspecting, troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing underground mobile mining equipment in both shop and field environments. This role supports reliable production by maintaining loaders, haul trucks, drills, bolters, shotcrete and support equipment, with a strong focus on safety, equipment availability, diagnostic accuracy, and quality workmanship in a fast-paced underground mining operation.

Job Responsibilities

• Comply with all company policies, procedures, and applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including underground mining standards and safe work practices.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair underground mobile equipment including loaders, haul trucks, drills, bolters, shotcrete equipment, utility vehicles, and other support equipment.
• Perform planned maintenance, component change-outs, breakdown repairs, and follow-up inspections in both underground field locations and shop settings.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, powertrain, and braking systems using schematics, manuals, onboard diagnostics, and technical support resources.
• Read and interpret service manuals, blueprints, parts information, and equipment schematics to complete accurate and efficient repairs.
• Complete detailed work orders, service reports, failure documentation, and parts requests with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in work areas, service trucks, and shops to support a safe and efficient underground maintenance environment.
• Work closely with operations, planning, warehouse, and fellow maintenance team members to minimize downtime and support reliable production.
• Demonstrate ownership of assigned equipment, tools, and tasks while consistently meeting performance, attendance, and workmanship expectations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, share technical knowledge with teammates, and assist in developing less experienced maintenance personnel.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervision in support of underground maintenance and production objectives.

Education and Experience

• Qualifications and Education Requirements
• Three (3) or more years of heavy equipment maintenance experience preferred, with underground mobile maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills in hydraulic, electrical, mechanical, and powertrain systems on underground mining equipment required.
• Experience maintaining underground equipment such as loaders, haul trucks, jumbos, bolters, drills, shotcrete units, and utility/support equipment preferred.
• Strong background in underground drilling and bolting equipment repair is highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, service manuals, technical bulletins, and parts information required.
• Experience with OEM diagnostic and service software is preferred.
• Diesel technology training, technical certification, or equivalent hands‑on experience is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate support equipment including forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers, service trucks, and similar tools/equipment preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across maintenance and operations teams required.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and perform effectively with limited supervision in a production‑driven underground environment required.
• Strong computer skills for work order entry, equipment history review, and maintenance reporting preferred.
• Must have a proven commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and dependable attendance.
• Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and callouts as needed to support operations.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Valid driver's license required.

Skills

• Must have sufficient mechanical knowledge.
• 4-5 years of underground heavy equipment repair experience preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and failure analysis skills.
• Must be willing to work overtime on short notice.
• Diesel technician diploma is preferred.
• Ability to operate various equipment including forklifts, skid steers, telehandlers and service trucks.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• General understanding of mining operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.
• Working knowledge and skill with P.C. utilizing word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of the management team.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Requires valid driver's license.

Reporting Relationships

• Works under the direct supervision of the Underground Mobile Maintenance Supervisor.

Legislative Requirements

US work permit required

Background Check required

Language Requirements

English

Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).