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, including hard surfacing and repair of ground engaging tools.
• Ability to weld in all positions (horizontal, vertical, overhead).
• Proficient in using a torch, air arc, stick weld, and wire weld.
• Knowledge of MIG and TIG welding units and different 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 PPE.
• Ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets and operate power and hand tools.
• Availability to work any shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Physical Requirements for Surface Operations:

• Constant walking, standing, stair and ladder climbing, overhead work, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to stand and squat for prolonged periods.
• Seated operation of equipment or vehicles for up to 4 hours.
• Work from elevated positions, ascend/descend 14' ladders.
• Lift/raise 10-50 lbs frequently.
• Carry boxes 50 ft with 50 lbs load.
• Lift boxes from floor to shoulder and from 17" to 36" with 50 lbs load.
• Work overhead with 5 lbs in each hand.
• Balance adequately on beams.
• Perform repetitive hand/wrist motions, with rapid reflexes and good hand-eye coordination.
• Work in extreme conditions: weather, dust, mud, noise, lighting, hot environments, confined spaces.
• Work with equipment vibrating at moderate to high levels.
• Wear protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other PPE as required.