Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Crushing & Surface Mining (Yellow Iron)
Full-time
Rock Pros USA
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
Location: Quarry & Surface Mining Sites (Travel Required)
Reports To: Asset & Safety Manager
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 10-hour shifts
We are seeking an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support crushing, quarry, aggregate, and surface mining operations . This role is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining yellow iron and mobile mining equipment to ensure safe operations, minimal downtime, and cost-effective asset performance in an MSHA-regulated environment .
Key Responsibilities- Diagnose, repair, and maintain crushers (cone & jaw), conveyors, feeders, excavators, loaders, haul trucks, dozers, skid steers, generators, forklifts , and related heavy equipment
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems using diagnostic tools and service manuals
- Perform welding, fabrication, and minor machining to support field repairs
- Execute preventative maintenance (PM) programs and complete inspections in compliance with manufacturer and MSHA standards
- Reduce unplanned downtime through accurate diagnostics, timely repairs, and proactive maintenance
- Identify and implement cost-saving repair and maintenance solutions without compromising safety, reliability, or equipment quality
- Support PM compliance, equipment availability, and asset lifecycle management goals set by the Asset & Safety Manager
- Collaborate with site foremen, operations teams, and maintenance personnel
- Follow all MSHA regulations , company safety policies, and site-specific rules
- Lift, push, pull, and carry 50–75 lbs (with or without accommodation)
- Work on and around heavy equipment in active quarry and crushing plant environments
- Exposure to dust, noise, vibration, grease, oil, outdoor weather, and moving machinery
- PPE required at all times per MSHA and company policy
- Paid holidays, including your birthday off
- Employer contribution toward medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 100% company-paid basic life insurance policy
- 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in crushing, quarry, aggregate, or surface mining environments
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and heavy equipment electrical systems
- Ability to independently diagnose and repair complex equipment failures
- Welding and fabrication experience required; minor machining preferred
- Demonstrated focus on downtime reduction, preventative maintenance effectiveness, and cost control
- Working knowledge of MSHA Part 46 or Part 48 requirements
- Willingness to travel between quarry and surface mining sites
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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