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Turner Mining Group Maintenance Mechanic - Hydraulics in Elko, Nevada

Position Overview

We are currently hiring experienced, full-time, hourly shop and field mechanics. These positions diagnose, adjust, repair, fabricate, and overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic parts, and equipment/vehicles. Excellent welding and fabricating experience preferred.

  • For field mechanics, travel is required.

  • Mechanics can work a 10 days on/4 days off, or 9 days on/5 days off schedule.

    Essential Functions

  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to safe work practices and procedures.

  • Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.

  • Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.

  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.

  • Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.

  • Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.

  • Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.

  • Schedule maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and keep equipment service records.

  • Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.

  • Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.

  • Fabricate needed parts or items as required.

  • Exhibit a strong work ethic with the drive and desire to learn and perform tasks efficiently.

  • Maintain effective and collaborative workplace relationships, treating others with dignity and respect.

    Qualifications

  • Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug (including the use of marijuana) and alcohol screening, Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), and additional background screening as required by regulation and/or industry practice.

  • Must have a valid driver's license.

  • Must be willing to travel and work in remote locations, outside, and in all weather conditions (heat and cold)

  • Experience repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment.

  • Experience running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger and heavy equipment, and vehicles.

  • Experience analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

  • Experience inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

  • Ability to understand and carry out general instructions in standard situations.

  • Ability to make decisions with a general understanding of procedures and company policies to achieve set results and deadlines.

  • Ability to multi-task and work under aggressive deadline pressure.

  • Ability to maintain a positive outlook when challenged with difficult or unknown problems.

  • Possess good time management skills.

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