Mine Maintenance Mechanic

Job Summary

Reporting to the rotating shift Supervisor, the heavy duty mechanic works a rotating 5/4 days/nights schedule. The mechanic repairs and maintains all hauling and support equipment through planned maintenance scheduling; monitors equipment; communicates equipment needs and issues; partners with operations departments and mobile planning to provide both tactical and strategic support for the needs of the mine to operate in an effective, efficient and safe manner.

• Lead by example in all safety processes, ensuring safe practices are utilized while performing work.
• Utilize computer technology and a work order system to troubleshoot and repair heavy equipment, including preventative maintenance and component replacement.
• Implement continuous improvement of maintenance strategy that fully utilizes available workforce to achieve maximum equipment availability.
• Interpret information from schematics, maintenance and parts manuals.
• Perform work area housekeeping duties and ensure work areas are safe and free of hazards.
• Perform Field Level Risk Assessments and determine severity of equipment down times and estimate time to make repairs.
• Order correct parts for procurement from the warehouse or supplier.
• Maintain compliance with company contamination control policies and commitment to environmental stewardship, reporting and mitigating spills and other environmental impacts.
• Perform other duties assigned.

• Effective communication in English using all standard forms of business communication.
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills.
• Clear understanding and willingness to observe and practice company SOPs and policies.
• Strong understanding of safety policies and procedures relating to mine equipment and maintenance practices (e.g., guarding, blocking, lock out tag out).
• Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment including computerized instrumentation.
• Consistent attendance and a valid driver license.

• Own and maintain required personal tools as per the technician’s level of expertise.
• Strong experience in heavy equipment, particularly hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Understanding of failure and wear analysis.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.