What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Mechanic position at Dyno Nobel?
Job Brief
Lead maintenance activities, coordinate priorities, mentor team members, and work closely with Operations and site leadership to improve equipment reliability, safety performance, and overall site productivity.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You’ll Do
As a Lead Mechanic, you will lead maintenance activities, coordinate priorities, mentor team members, and work closely with Operations and site leadership to improve equipment reliability, safety performance, and overall site productivity. Other duties include:
O versee the maintenance and repair of mobile equipment, including engines, chassis, product storage, and blending equipment, while supporting daily operations and ensuring equipment availability. Other duties include:
Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Lead maintenance activities, coordinate priorities, mentor team members, and work closely with Operations and site leadership to improve equipment reliability, safety performance, and overall site productivity.
Who We Are
Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.
What You’ll Do
As a Lead Mechanic, you will lead maintenance activities, coordinate priorities, mentor team members, and work closely with Operations and site leadership to improve equipment reliability, safety performance, and overall site productivity. Other duties include:
O versee the maintenance and repair of mobile equipment, including engines, chassis, product storage, and blending equipment, while supporting daily operations and ensuring equipment availability. Other duties include:
- Provide daily leadership, direction, and support to maintenance team members, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to established procedures.
- Coordinate daily maintenance activities, prioritize repairs, assign work, and support troubleshooting efforts to minimize equipment downtime.
- Ensure compliance with applicable HSE Performance Standards, site security requirements, and company policies.
- Proactively work to achieve compliance with safety systems (PTW, MOC, HAT, and Risk Assessments)
- Demonstrate and lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety. (Ensure SAO, JSA, Take 5’s, stretching, and all safety rules are being completed.)
- Wheel/tire assemblies, SSS Testing, brake repair, chassis PMs, automotive electrical trouble shooting or testing; DOT/TDG inspections, troubleshooting operating system controls
- Maintain parts supply inventories and equipment in order to have necessary parts and supplies readily available and to control costs
- Purchase parts and supplies needed for repair and maintenance of vehicles in order to fulfill maintenance requirements and to be cost effective
- Respond professionally and timely to address problems and business requests.
- Comply with applicable regulatory health and safety policies and practices in order to ensure personal safety and the safety of all employees, company assets, environment and regulatory compliance.
- Knowledgeable of and comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, MSHA, EPA and BATFE
- Ability to work accurately with numbers and perform simple mathematical calculations
- 5 years of experience in heavy mechanics or related experience
- 2 years of supervisory experience
- Brakes and hydraulic systems certification required
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives.
- Ability to read, write and speak English, and to communicate in writing and verbally.
- Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player
- 3 weeks vacation 12 paid holidays PTO days
- Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
- Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
- Generous tuition reimbursement program
- Generous paid parental leave
- Friendly and supportive coworkers
Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward
Think Customer. Everyone. Every day
Treat the Business as our Own
Care for the Community & our Environment
Challenge & Improve the Status Quo
Deliver on our Promises
Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.