Mine Maintenance Mechanic

USG Corporation · United States

Position Summary Position includes but is not limited to performing preventative care maintenance duties for the Shoals, IN underground mine. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Diagnose, estimate, and complete repairs on mobile equipment and fixed equipment.
• Repair, rebuild, and maintain various equipment such as pumps, conveyors, and crushers.
• Examine parts and components for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Display the ability to accurately diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical problems on heavy equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
• Accurately interpret information from schematics, maintenance and parts manuals, and OEM standards and specifications
• Make the necessary repairs (overhauls, maintenance, service, or reconditioning) in a timely fashion to get the job done and reduce equipment downtime
• Perform all assigned work in a safe, well-managed manner and assure that work area is safe for mechanics and other employees to work
• Keep in active communication with the Maintenance Supervisor and other crews to coordinate work and provide updates on progress
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance prior to releasing for return to active duty
• Return well-documented and accurately completed work orders in a timely manner
• Conduct service on all assigned equipment in accordance with original manufacturer specifications and standards in a safe, efficient, and environmentally secure manner
• Report equipment condition to maintenance supervisor for potential issues
• Maintain good housekeeping standards with focus on the care and custody of materials
• Safely operate and park equipment within the shop areas
• Demonstrated strong understanding of safety policies and procedures relating to mine equipment and maintenance practices (e.g., guarding, blocking, lock-out, tag-out, etc.)
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of mobile equipment braking systems, steering systems, suspension systems, compressed air systems, engine tune-up requirements, electronic engine controls
• Proven understanding of failure and wear analysis
• Demonstrated working knowledge of all tools and equipment necessary to work in the Mobile Maintenance Department
• Proven ability to perform basic welding and cutting
• Demonstrated competency in the completion of detailed paperwork (i.e., work orders)
• Proven ability to use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS)

• Three (3) or more years of experience maintaining heavy equipment in a mining, construction or farming environment required
• Experience maintaining diesel equipment required
• Experience maintaining electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on mobile equipment required
• Ability to read and understand schematics of mobile equipment required
• Strong problem-solving skills required
• Proven excellent safety and attendance record required
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment required
• Trade school or college degree or certificate in heavy-duty mechanics preferred