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About the role
Employee Type: RegularWe are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Dragline Welder/Mechanic to perform maintenance, welding, and mechanical repairs on draglines and other heavy mining equipment.
Job Description:
Essential Duties:
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Ability to perform and report mechanical inspections of equipment and record data in forms, books, and computers.
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Reading and comprehension of equipment parts books and manuals.
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Demonstrate knowledge of reading and interpreting technical manuals, instructions, and equipment blueprints and schematics.
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Willingness to use aerial lifting equipment to make elevated repairs.
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Knowledge and troubleshooting abilities of air compressors and lube systems.
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Must perform all job functions in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
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Must follow all state and federal environmental regulations.
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Use of mechanical tooling and test instruments.
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Accurate assessment of mechanical breakdowns.
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Understanding of bearing, gearing, and drive components.
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Weld all metals and understand metal properties.
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Read and understand blueprints with the ability to assemble and fabricate parts from them.
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Operate boom trucks, welding trucks, and forklifts.
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Perform all phases of welding and cutting.
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Locate and repair cracks in metal parts and structural members.
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Perform assigned duties with little or no supervision.
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Appropriate knowledge of occupational hazards and apply necessary safety precautions to perform assigned work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Fluency in English is preferred, Bi-lingual is a plus.
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Five years of verifiable experience in heavy equipment maintenance is preferred.
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Knowledge of all phases of welding, cutting, air arcing, grinding, and an understanding of metal properties.
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Knowledge of machine assemblies, bearings, gearing, seal, and rebuilding gear trains.
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Knowledge and skill of millwright and pipe fitter procedures.
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Must be able to operate company vehicles while maintaining a valid driving record (MVR) in good standing.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license.
Education, Training, and Experience:
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High School Diploma/GED
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Mechanical technical training in vocational school or equivalent experience.
Minimum Requirements:
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Prior dragline maintenance experience preferred.
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Experience in heavy equipment maintenance a plus.
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Practical knowledge of welding equipment and repair (certification preferred).
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Clean MVR.
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Ability to work rotating shifts.
EEO Statement:
We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate. You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.