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Surface Maintenance Mechanic

Jennmar Services
Montrose, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 11/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/2/2027

JENNMAR Services, a staffing company specializing in employee placement across multiple industries, is currently seeking a Surface Maintenance Mechanic to support surface maintenance operations at West Elk Mine. This is a full-time position. The role performs maintenance and operational duties involving surface coal handling equipment, mobile equipment, conveyor systems, train loading systems, pump stations, compressor stations, and the coal preparation plant.

Basic Job Duties and Responsibilities for Surface Maintenance Mechanic:

Perform maintenance on surface coal handling equipment, including mobile equipment and conveyor systems.

Support unit train loading systems, pump stations, compressor stations, and coal preparation plant operations.

Perform surface equipment maintenance and electrical troubleshooting as qualified.

Operate train loadout and coal preparation plant systems.

Troubleshoot and repair mining equipment systems, including electrical, hydraulic, welding, and plant equipment.

Support coal blending and quality activities, as applicable.

Complete daily reporting and communicate effectively with team members.

Work effectively with minimal supervision while following applicable safety and environmental requirements.

Job Requirements / Background & Experience:

Surface MSHA safety training preferred.

Extensive heavy mobile equipment operating experience preferred.

Previous coal processing and PLC experience preferred.

Previous maintenance experience preferred.

Environmental compliance experience preferred.

Proficient troubleshooting and repair knowledge of mining equipment systems, including electrical, hydraulic, welding, and plant equipment maintenance.

Direct experience in coal mine plant maintenance and operation is a plus.

Mine / Surface Mine Electrical certification is a plus.

MSHA Electrical Card (low, medium, or high voltage—surface) preferred.

Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to read and write and possess basic math and science skills for daily reporting requirements.

Valid Colorado Class R driver's license required, with no restrictions.

Safety:

All duties and responsibilities must be conducted in a safe, clean, and productive manner. Compliance with all Health and Safety requirements established by JENNMAR Services and applicable mine safety requirements is required.

Schedule:

Full-time.

Schedule and shifts may vary depending on operational needs.

Compensation:

$28.00 - $32.00 per hour.

Eligible for Performance Recognition Plan (bonus), as applicable to the position.

JENNMAR Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $32

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