Diesel Mechanic/Welder Mining Equipment - Local or Fly-In, Fly-Out
Company: Thiess
Location: Leadville
Posted on: May 19, 2023
Job Description:
Synopsis
- $33.00 - $51.00 / hour
- Comprehensive benefits package (expounded below)
- Opportunities for promotions and career advancement
- Surface mine located near Denver, CO - seeking local and
out-of-state hires (fly-in, fly-out)
- Get experience at a global company with world-class, safe and
sustainable mining operationsAbout the roleThiess is seeking a
Heavy Equipment Mechanic/Welder to support our mining team on our
project site near Leadville, Colorado. The Heavy Equipment
Mechanic/Welder will be responsible for safe repair of mobile
equipment including mining excavator, loader, haul truck, water
truck, dozer and grader. What you'll be doing
- Perform electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repairs, as well
as preventative maintenance, in-shop and in the mine pit
- Weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by
layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, and/or verbal
instructions
- Comply with all safety, health and environmental rules and
procedures
- While meeting safety standards, work with your team to maximize
productivity and minimize downtime Additional information
- All necessary tools will be provided
- Work schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off, rotating 12-hour shifts
both days and nights
- Fly-in, fly-out opportunities for those who live out-of-state
(travel expenses paid), drive-in, drive-out opportunities for those
who live in-state (mileage reimbursed)
- Working at high elevation with cold, snowy conditions during
winter months
- Hotel and shuttle accommodations providedWhat we're looking
forIt's required to have
- Ability to work extended shifts, rotating days and nights at
high elevation
- Interpersonal skills to bring to a positive, inclusive
team-oriented work environment
- Alignment with our "Everyone Safe Everyday" culture, having a
paramount outlook on safety
- 5 years of experience with diesel heavy equipment repair
- Welding experience with mobile heavy mining equipmentIt's
beneficial to have
- Hitachi Excavator (5600-7) or Liebherr Truck (T264) experience
is highly regarded
- Technical training/certifications
- Experience working on a mine
- MSHA Part 48 certification (Thiess will provide training if
needed)What we offer Benefits
- Medical insurance with 100 percent premium coverage for
employees and 85-90 percent premium coverage for enrollees
(eligible dependents)
- Dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability and life
insurance options
- 401(k) retirement program with company match of up to 5%
percent of employee contributions
- Employee assistance program (EAP), offering support for family,
health, life, financial or work-related struggles for you and your
dependents
- Paid leave for all of life's reasons
- Free breakfasts + $50 per diem provided for meals while on
shift
- Quarterly bonus programs Culture
- Opportunities for promotions and career advancement
- An inclusive, team-oriented environment where your feedback and
experience are valued
- Experience with a seasoned, global company with world-class
mining operations in Australia, Asia, South America and North
America
- A work environment where safety is always the number one
priority; our safety-first culture guides our overarching objective
- to keep---everyone safe every dayAbout usThiess is a $4 billion
global organization, specializing in sustainable resources
solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and
engineering and technology consulting.We're currently embarking on
an exciting journey to a more sustainable future, as we rise to the
challenges of climate risk and opportunities abounding in the
global energy transition. We recognize the world needs mined
commodities to achieve the economic, social and environmental
transformation it desires. But, the world also needs mining to
reset for the future.North America is an important part of that
future, and we're thrilled to introduce our business, and our
unique approach to contract mining, to the Intermountain West
region. -Equal Employment OpportunityIf you are selected for a
position in the United States, your employment will be contingent
upon submission to and successful completion of a
post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical
examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement
verification of the information and qualifications provided during
the selection process. As part of our dedication to the diversity
of our workforce, Thiess is committed to Equal Employment
Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin,
disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any
other protected group status. We are also committed to providing
reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with
disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application
procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a
disability, you may contact us or have one of your representatives
contact us at -+1 (801) 300-1909. -
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