Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Black Butte Coal Company
, a surface coal mine located 36 miles east of Rock Springs WY, is looking for a qualified individual to join the team as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic
.

Under the general direction of the Maintenance Superintendent, the Heavy Equipment Mechanic will troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on large mobile mining and support equipment.

• Ensure operation of mining equipment by completing preventive maintenance on engines, pneumatic tools, hydraulic systems, electrical circuits, and power trains; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Locate sources of problems by observing equipment while in operation; listening for problems; using precise measuring and testing instruments.
• Control downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance and monitoring compliance.
• Fabricate repair parts using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintain equipment, parts, and supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders as needed; verifying receipt.

• Minimum of three years’ experience in preventative maintenance, hydraulic systems, 12-24-volt electrical circuits, diesel engines, power trains, troubleshooting, and repair. A Diesel Technology Degree is preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Black Butte Coal Company offers competitive wages, comprehensive benefits and incentive programs.