Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at Black Butte Coal in Point of Rocks

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent, the Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for all repairs and services associated with the heavy mobile equipment.

Successful candidate must be able to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Some overtime may be required.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensures operation of mining equipment by completing preventive maintenance on engines, pneumatic tools and, hydraulic systems, electrical circuits and power trains; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions
• Locates sources of problems by observing equipment while in operation; listening for problems; using precise measuring and testing instruments
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices and using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance and monitoring compliance.
• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, parts, and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders as needed; verifying receipt
• Provides information by answering questions and requests relating to equipment maintenance
• Prepares mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
• Maintains continuity among work teams by providing adequate pass-on's, creating work orders, ordering parts, documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with MSHA procedures, rules, and regulations
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
• Be 18 years of age
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid drivers license

Education/Experience Requirement:

• a Diesel Technology degree is preferred or a minimum of 2 years' experience in preventative maintenance, hydraulic systems, 12-24 volt electrical circuits, diesel engines, power trains, troubleshooting and repair.

Knowledge Requirements:

• Practical knowledge in the maintenance field and a strong understanding of vehicles and heavy equipment
• Ability to make routine repairs to automotive and heavy mobile mining equipment
• Use of a variety of hand tools, power tools and equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and recognize routine mechanical malfunctions
• Ability to use computer to look up procedure and part diagrams
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures

Physical Requirements:

• While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, push/pull, climb, and reach; occasionally kneel, squat, bend, and twist. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Employee may be required to work in environments that may include exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, noise, fumes and gasses.
• Personal protective equipment is required on a regular basis, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, steel toed boots, and as needed: respirator, gloves, fall protection, protective clothing, goggles, face shield and other protective equipment as required.