Master Mobile Mechanic at Martin Marietta Materials in Idaho Springs, Colorado

Master Mobile Mechanic

The Master Mobile Mechanic combines advanced mechanical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of heavy mobile equipment, with a strong emphasis on high utility CAT and Komatsu earthmoving and aggregate equipment across multiple sites. You will diagnose complex issues, perform precision repairs, and mentor mechanics while driving continuous improvement in fleet performance. As the Master Mobile Mechanic, you are expected to serve as a technical lead, supervising complex rebuilds, managing yellow iron health, and providing on-the-job mentorship to the maintenance team while ensuring 100% compliance with MSHA and Martin Marietta standards.

Key duties and responsibilities include:

• Perform expert-level troubleshooting on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical circuits, and drivetrains for heavy mobile equipment (loaders, haul trucks, dozers, excavators).
• CAT maintenance: utilize OEM-specific software (such as CAT Electronic Technician and Komatsu KOMTRAX/Komatsu Care) to interpret fault codes, monitor machine health, and perform calibrations.
• Execute major component rebuilds, precision alignments, and fabrication tasks using advanced tools and diagnostic software.
• Interpret complex electrical and hydraulic schematics to repair sophisticated control systems.
• Lead root-cause analysis for recurring mechanical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent downtime.
• Conduct post-repair testing and calibration to ensure equipment meets manufacturer specifications and operational requirements before returning to production.
• Perform expert-level welding and structural fabrication (MIG, TIG, Stick, and Plasma cutting) to repair cracked frames, buckets, and truck beds.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators to verify tolerances on shafts, bearings, and interference fits during rebuilds.
• Enforce MSHA and company safety protocols during all maintenance activities.
• Ensure proper documentation of lockout/tagout procedures and hazard assessments.
• Maintain accurate service records, diagnostic reports, and inventory logs.
• Assist in budgeting for parts, tools, and equipment upgrades.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to source high-quality components and reduce lead times.
• Serve as the technical lead for Mobile Mechanics, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Coordinate complex repair projects and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Function as a resource for supervisors and managers in planning maintenance strategies and capital projects.

Qualifications:

• Vocational training or equivalent experience
• Advanced technical certifications in diesel mechanics, hydraulics, or welding preferred.

Work Experience:

• 4+ years Mobile Equipment Maintenance Experience
• CAT maintenance preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Welding and metalworking skills
• Mechanical analysis
• Design tools
• Mechanical controls
• Troubleshooting
• MSHA compliance and regulations
• Critical thinking skills
• Detail orientated
• Time management

Additional Details:

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for plant maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach. You must be able to maintain three points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.
• Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls. You must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet.

Working Conditions:

• All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

Compensation:

The hiring range for this position is $38.00 - $65.00 exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position. In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more. Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.