Field Mechanic

OverviewThe Field Mechanic will diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, graders, and conveyors, used in construction and surface mining. Will need a working knowledge of DC electrical systems. Will be responsible for providing your own tools. Must learn and understand all safety hazards related to the work and learn to safely and effectively use or operate work related tools and equipment. Will be required to work in a plant operations or construction jobsite setting.Responsibilities *The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles Operate and inspect machines and/or heavy equipment to diagnose defectsRepair and replace damaged or worn partsFit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipmentRead and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawingsExamine parts for damage or excessive wearTest mechanical products/equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with specificationsAssist other craft workers as neededQualificationsPhysicalMust be able to push/pull, lift, or carry up to 50 lbs., but may occasionally push/pull, lift, or carry up to 100 lbs.Subject to repetitive use of hands/arms, and legsHand/eye coordinationMust be able to communicate (hear, comprehend, and speak) to safely perform workWill need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy workMay operate hand and power tools (electric, gas, and pneumatic) of all typesClimb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffoldsRequired to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basisPosition may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, squatting, pushing /pulling, or standing and liftingMust be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.May be required to work in confined spacesWill be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)Ability to drive cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment as neededMentalMust have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervisionAbility to write and use math/complete calculationsWork at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractionsDecision making skills necessaryDetail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details

Created: 2025-10-17