Journeyman Mechanic - Cooper Landing, AK

Job Description

The ideal candidate will oversee maintenance and repairs of Sandvik drills and other drill and blast supporting equipment at remote sites minimizing downtime and ensure equipment properly maintained. The ability to work independently with limited supervision will be necessary.

Job Description

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  • Troubleshooting and repairing sandvik, john henry, and other drill and support equipment
  
  
  • Maintenance and servicing of equipment
  
  
  • Coordination of maintenance and repairs of equipment with Shop Foreman
  
  
  • Keeping repair and maintenance records in accordance with the Shop Foreman and Safety Department’s direction
  
  
  • Inspecting equipment and tracking equipment repair needs; communicating recommendations on shop repairs to the Shop Foreman
  
  
  • Assisting with procuring, receiving, and inventorying shop supplies and parts under the direction of the shop foreman
  
  
  • Working with and training apprentice mechanics and service oilers
  
  
  • Support organization and maintenance of the shop facilities including organization and compliance with Colas 6S goals along with associated facilities and support infrastructure
  
  
  • Promoting safety and regulatory compliances while performing job responsibilities
  
  
  • Maintenance of CDL with hazmat endorsement
  
  
  • Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays. Typical weekly work hours can meet or exceed 60 hours
  
  
  • Other duties as assigned
  
  
  
  

This position will report directly to the Shop Foreman but will be required to coordinate with the Project Superintendent. This position may require travel to remote sites as needed.

Education

• College/University/Trade School or equal experience in relevant field preferred.


• Professional certification as applicable to show experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/work on feet for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, see, and hear with frequent exposure to loud noise. Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles.


• Occasionally lift and move 50 pounds or greater.


• Required to pass pre-employment drug screening as well as a PAT (physical Ability Test) prior to starting work.


• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.


• Must have own tools.