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Mechanic - Layne

Layne, A Granite Company

The Role

Overview

Repair and maintain service trucks, drilling equipment, water wells, and pump units.

Key Responsibilities

  • rig repair
  • shop fabrication
  • preventive maintenance
  • electrical repair
  • parts procurement
  • truck service

Tasks

-Rebuild replace or repair drill rig parts and ancillary equipment -Oversee shop fabrication and assembly operations -Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition -Establish preventative maintenance schedules -Troubleshoot and repair various electrical assemblies -Locate and requisition parts for repairs -Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment -Understand and implement laws and regulations on transportation and safety -Maintain accurate information for payroll reporting -Service trucks and equipment to meet the field requirements -While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. -Evaluate and recommend all repairs with cost estimates -Operate equipment and tools involved in shop and field repairs -Assign priority and process repair work orders -Direct and supervise personnel and coordinate shop operations -Oversee completion of all repairs -The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a small hand tools.

Requirements

  • high school
  • forklift
  • welding
  • hydraulics
  • class b
  • drilling

What You Bring

-High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent -Forklift, crane and welding certifications a plus. -Minimum 1 year of experience of mechanic experience -Advanced knowledge of hydraulic systems -Strong organizations skills -Previous drilling experience and knowledge of water well drilling industry a plus -Must have a valid driver’s license class B driver and any endorsements are a plus. -The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. -Ability to work irregular hours and respond to after hours emergency calls if needed. Some travel may be required. -Ability and willingness to abide by the Company’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis -Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. -The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.

Benefits

-Out-of-town travel may be needed on occasion and costs are covered and per diem provided

The Company

About Layne, A Granite Company

-Designs and drills deep wells (up to 3,300 ft), installs pumps, treats water, and rehabilitates wells and pipelines. -Operates in the Americas, supporting municipal, industrial, agricultural, energy and mining clients. -Mineral Exploration division offers core drilling, reverse circulation, rotary air-blast and directional drilling for base and precious metals.

Sector Specialisms

Water Resources

Mineral Exploration

Government

Commercial

Municipal Water Suppliers

Industrial Facilities

Agricultural

Energy

Water Well Drilling

Pump Design and Service

Well Rehabilitation

Water Treatment Services

Pipeline Installation

Sewer Rehabilitation

Drilling

Core Drilling

Reverse Circulation Drilling

Dual Tube Drilling

Hammer Drilling

Rotary Air-Blast Drilling

Exploratory Drilling

Directional Drilling

Mineral Services Drilling