Master of Yellow Iron; Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a veteran "grease monkey" who lives and breathes yellow iron? Rock Pros is looking for two highly skilled "gearheads" to be the backbone of our maintenance operation. We are hiring one master mechanic to cover the South/East area and another for the North/West, but both positions may be required to support either area as needed. You’ll be provided with a company vehicle to support your work in the field.

This isn’t just about turning wrenches; it’s about being the master of the iron in the pit and the man who keeps the entire plant humming. If you’re the go-to guy for a broken-down crusher and you can read a hydraulic schematic like a road map, we want to talk to you.

We need individuals with a "go-and-up-for-anything" mindset, comfortable with extensive travel to various locations in Arizona and potentially Nevada. This role requires a clean driving record and an unrestricted driver’s license.

• You’re a master of your trade, expertly diagnosing and fixing all our yellow iron
  , from loaders and haul trucks to the plant’s crushers and screens. When a piece of equipment goes down, you’re the first one we call to get the rig back in the action.
• You independently tackle the toughest breakdowns. You don’t just fix what’s broken; you find the root cause and implement preventative maintenance to keep it from happening again.
• You handle the big jobs, from complete engine overhauls to "tearing down" transmissions. You know how to use specialized tools and make sure every job is done safely and efficiently.
• You’ve got a deep understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems. You can troubleshoot the most complex malfunctions and communicate the extent of the repairs and the plan to the executive team.
• You expertly diagnose and repair everything from a track-hoe and rubber duck to a skid steer/bobcat
  , dozer
  , or loader
  . You’re the one to get the Grizzly back in action, fix the Mouth/Jaws on a crusher, and even perform maintenance on a troublesome mantle or bowl liner
  . Our plants include 3-deck screens, so your expertise on a plant’s deck and conveyor system is crucial to keeping the entire operation running. Your goal is to mitigate downtime and keep the iron running.

• When the plant is down and a part needs a quick fix, you’re a go-to guy. You can lay down a solid bead to get the crew running again, whether it’s on a feeder, a conveyor frame, or a grizzly.
• You’re not just a welder; you’re a fabricator. You can take raw steel and turn it into a custom mount or a bracket to get the machine back in the action, creating a solution on the fly.

• You lead by example and guide the less experienced mechanics on the crew.
• You take on the role of a mentor, training junior mechanics and teaching them the ropes, ensuring our team is ready for the future.
• You delegate tasks to the crew efficiently, making sure every repair is completed on time.
• You foster a culture of shared knowledge and continuous learning.

• You apply your critical thinking skills to analyze complex equipment breakdowns and create smart repair strategies.
• You identify opportunities to improve our maintenance practices, always looking for innovative solutions to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime
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• You work closely with the operations crew to understand how the machines are used in the pit and on the plant
  , and tailor your maintenance strategies for maximum performance.

• You can work independently and safely, with a solid understanding of rigging and lifting heavy components.
• You maintain and take responsibility for a company-provided vehicle.
• You maintain your personal toolkit and ensure you have all the specialty tools needed for the job.
• You contribute to the preventative maintenance schedules to keep the iron running and minimize unexpected breakdowns.
• You analyze maintenance data to spot trends and potential weaknesses, allowing for proactive, not…