Diesel Mechanic - Surface

Job in Aurora, Kane County, Illinois, 60505, USA

Listing for: Foresight Energy LP

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-05

Job specializations:

Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR

Responsibilities

Follow management's direction on maintenance and repair tasks
Ability to independently monitor conditions of machinery
Troubleshoot and diagnose issues on machinery in a timely manner
Order and track parts as needed
Work outside in all-weather and environmental conditions
Maintain work tickets and maintenance records
Dayshift M-F, with Saturdays and on-call as needed

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years’ experience preferred in working on construction and mining equipment (CAT experience preferred) – Diesel engines and transmissions, Hydraulic systems, Electrical systems

Ability to use electronic diagnostic tools and computers and read schematics and maintenance manuals

Ability to lift tools and parts as required (50 lb. minimum)

Diesel certificate, OEM certificate, and/or Associates Degree in Diesel Technology

Welding preferred

Provide necessary hand tools. Larger size tools, rigging, and other task specific tooling will be provided

New Miner Training for Surface

Compensation

Compensation at an attractive hourly rate of $26.91 to $30.12 depending on experience.

In addition, there's potential to earn various bonuses based on safety, production metrics, and attendance.

Benefits

At Foresight Energy, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer. We offer an outstanding wage and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid holidays; vacation time; and so much more.

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