Journeyman Mechanic​/Millwright

Purpose of Role

Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy equipment and fixed plant systems so assets remain safe, reliable, and production‑ready. Perform diagnostics, mechanical/hydraulic repairs, and preventive maintenance aligned with site procedures.

Perform diagnostic, mechanical, and hydraulic repairs; execute preventive maintenance; and ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently. Troubleshoot, weld, fabricate, and work in challenging conditions such as underground or at high elevations.

• Owns:
  Equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and mechanical/hydraulic repairs, CMMS work order documentation and closeout, and basic welding/fabrication to support repairs.
• Supports:
  Rigging activities under qualified supervision, root‑cause troubleshooting with supervisors and OEMs, parts identification and staging.
• Recommends/Prepares:
  Follow‑up repairs and component replacements, as well as lubrication and alignment improvements to reduce downtime.
• Escalates:
  Unsafe conditions, repeat failures, or findings beyond scope, and critical equipment down events.

• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Documentation Quality (CMMS/work orders)
• Safety Awareness and PPE Use
• Reading Drawings/Isometrics
• Root Cause Thinking
• Prioritization
• Cut, fit, and fabricate parts per drawings for field repairs and installs
• Use hand tools safely and effectively for trade tasks
• Service hydraulic circuits (hoses, valves, cylinders) and verify performance
• Follow OEM and customer recommendations for lubricants and intervals; maintain lube routes and records
• Move, stage, and secure materials safely per procedures
• Perform oxy‑fuel per standards and procedures
• Maintain pneumatic systems (lines, regulators, actuators) per spec
• Perform preventive maintenance per schedules and OEM guidance
• Assist with rigging and controlled moves under qualified supervision
• Perform precision alignment to tolerance (thermal growth as applicable)
• Perform structural and repair welds per procedure and visual standards
• Perform work order per standards and procedures
• Support qualified rigger/signal person workflows
• Mentoring and supporting Mechanic/ Millwright Level 1 employees

• Proven experience performing tasks with limited supervision (4 year apprenticeship and documentation of continued employment preferred); reliable attendance; ability to follow safety rules and work procedures.
• Proficiency with trade tasks such as Fabrication, Hand Tools, Hydraulics, Lubrication, Material Handling, Oxy‑Fuel, Pneumatics, and Preventive Maintenance.
• Demonstrated work practices including Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, and Time Management.
• Relevant credentials as applicable:
  Rigger/Signal Person (as applicable).
• OSHA 10 in the construction industry and MSHA preferred.

• PM schedule compliance; mean time to repair (MTTR)
• Work order closure quality and timeliness
• Repeat failure rate; follow‑up completion
• Attendance
• Reading plans
• Computer skills

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% employer‑paid medical insurance (employee‑only coverage)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Sick Time