Concentrator/Pellet Plant-Maintenance Mechanic
$110,000–$145,000 year
On-siteNashwauk, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, and power transmission systems, including conveyors, cranes, and mobile equipment. Conduct Job Safety Analyses before high-risk tasks and adhere to MSHA Part 56 regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and mine-specific SOPs. Coordinate parts inventory, document consumed components, and maintain organized work areas in the plant shop and field. Report hazardous conditions, near-misses, and equipment deficiencies immediately to the Maintenance Supervisor. Work rotating 12-hour shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays in extreme outdoor conditions.
Required Qualifications
- Proficiency with hydraulic, pneumatic, and power transmission systems
- Ability to read and interpret equipment service manuals, hydraulic/electrical schematics, and OEM documentation
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to operate equipment for testing/repositioning purposes
- Ability to pass MSHA Part 48 new miner training, pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check
- Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Minimum of 2 years manufacturing and/or industrial experience (including relevant experience gained in military service)
- Experience with hydraulic systems
- Experience with pneumatic systems
- Experience with lubrication systems
- Experience with power transmission systems
- Experience with welding
- Experience with pipefitting
- Experience with structural repair
- Experience as a diesel mechanic
- High School Diploma or GED
- Frequent heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling of components up to 50 lbs independently
- Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, in pits, and under raised equipment (with proper blocking and safety protocols)
- Extended standing, kneeling, crouching, and working overhead throughout the shift
- Ability to work safely in outdoor conditions year-round including extreme cold (−30°F) and heat (100°F+)
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