Welder​/Mechanic

Job Summary /

Essential Functions:

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and perform welding on all equipment at the jobsite.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of catastrophic failures.
• Fuel and grease equipment as required.
• Keep records of work performed.

Special Skills or Qualifications

Required:

• At least one year of experience in welding and repair of heavy diesel equipment, with experience in hard surfacing and repair of ground engaging tools.
• Ability to weld in all positions (horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Properly use a torch, air arc, stick weld, and wire weld.
• Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding units and metals used in mining equipment.
• At least one year of experience in align boring and re-facing.
• Basic math skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED.

Expectations:

• Self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication and coordination with co-workers and supervisors.
• Compliance with Company, State, and Federal regulations, plans, and policies.
• Adherence to high safety standards, including wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets and operate power and hand tools.
• Willingness to work any shift, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements, Surface Operations:

• Perform functions like walking, standing, climbing stairs/ladders, working overhead, bending forward, and twisting.
• Stand and squat for prolonged periods.
• Sit for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles.
• Work from elevated positions, climb stairs/steps, and ascend/descend a 14' ladder.
• Lift/raise 10-50 lbs frequently.
• Carry boxes up to 50 ft with a 50 lbs load.
• Lift boxes from floor to shoulder and from 17" to 36" with a 50 lbs load.
• Work overhead with a 5 lbs load in each hand.
• Maintain balance on narrow beams.
• Perform repetitive hand/wrist motions and have rapid reflexes and good hand-eye coordination.
• Work in extreme conditions, including varying weather, dust, mud, noise levels, lighting conditions, and confined spaces.
• Work with equipment that has moderate to high vibration levels.
• Wear protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other PPE as required.