Wild Boar Mechanic

Peabody Energy, Inc.; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Potential sign-on bonus up to $5000

Job summary

Peabody Energy, Inc. is looking for a Wild Boar Mechanic in Peabody, MA. The position requires expertise in the repair and maintenance of large surface mining diesel equipment.

Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience, possess a high school diploma or GED, and demonstrate high safety standards. The role involves inspecting and troubleshooting equipment, performing maintenance, and keeping work records.

Sign-on bonus of up to $5000 may be available for highly qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years experience in diesel mechanics.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Welding experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and trouble shoot all surface mining equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Keep records of work performed.

Skills

Experience repairing and troubleshooting large surface mining diesel equipment

Welding experience

Basic math skills

Ability to operate power tools and hand tools

Valid driver’s license

Self-motivation

Communication and coordination skills

High safety standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Wild Boar Mechanic

State: IN

Country/Region: US

Postal Code: 47619

Department: Maintenance

Site:Wild Boar

Peabody is the leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy and steel. The company offers significant scale, high-quality assets, and diversity in geography and products. Peabody is guided by seven core values: safety, customer focus, leadership, people, excellence, integrity and sustainability.

Highly qualified diesel mechanics may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $5000.

Job Summary/Essential Functions

• Inspect and trouble shoot all surface mining equipment on the job site.
• Perform preventive maintenance and catastrophic failure repair.
• Fuel and grease equipment when required.
• Keep records of work performed.
• Furnish your own tools.

Special Skills or Qualifications required:

• 3 or more years experience repairing and troubleshooting large surface mining diesel equipment.
• Welding experience is desired.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Must be able to operate power tools, hand tools, etc.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to communicate and coordinate with co-workers and supervisors.
• Must follow Company, State and Federal regulations, plans and policies.
• Must have high safety standards for self and others and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must be able to read & understand Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Must be willing to work any assigned shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays at all Wild Boar Complex locations.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles.
• Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders.
• Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 - 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently during the course of work shift.
• Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions (push, pull, twist, handle), and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination.
• Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including but not limited to changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise from low to high, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.
• Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment as required by Company and MSHA.

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Peabody is an Equal Opportunity Employer.