Shovel Mechanic

Overview

Maintain and repair P&H mining shovels and related equipment at a surface coal mine.

Key Responsibilities

• preventive maintenance
• weld repairs
• equipment inspection
• work orders
• fueling
• troubleshooting

Tasks

-Perform preventative maintenance such as change hoist ropes, build and install hoses, and maintain shovel for production needs. -Assist equipment operators in effectively using the Daily Walkaround Report -Perform weld repairs as needed on large mining equipment, with the ability to run an air arc, oxy-acetylene torch, plasma cutter, weld with stick, hardwire, and II70. -Assist the project with the generation of an accurate Equipment Locator -Evaluate a timetable to assure certifications such as for cranes and commercial vehicles -Receive equipment assigned to the job and document the condition; set this equipment up on a regular service and inspection schedules -Write work orders and order appropriate parts. -Work with contractors on major rebuilds. -Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair, replace or perform maintenance on equipment -Assure that equipment leaving the job is Job-ready for the next assignment -Assure the efficient, clean and safe fueling and oiling of equipment -Organize a library of reference material, equipment files, and backlog schedules -Read and understand plans and specifications, which includes the Operator's Manuals for equipment repair. -Document with the Off-Hire Report. -Troubleshoot and repair lube and air systems.

Requirements

• forklift
• overhead crane
• p&h shovels
• blueprints
• 3+ years
• high school

What You Bring

-Ability to perform work in a safe manner with minimal supervision, while following best practices and in accordance with company policies. -Ability to run support equipment such as forklift, front end loader, overhead cranes, and knuckle truck. -Ability to read blueprints and fabricate based off the blueprints. -Able to meet all physical requirements. -Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions and communicate effectively with management/supervision. -Able to work rotating shift work, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the workload -A minimum of 3 years working knowledge of maintenance on P&H mining shovels. -Ability to use hand tools, power tools and layout tools safe and efficiently. -Must possess working knowledge skills and abilities for position. -Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions -Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with previous years of experience in the field or in a related area. -Expected to climb and work at heights and in confined spaces (may exceed 200 ft)

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