What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Duty Mechanic - Mining position at Ledcor?
Location: Challis, ID, United States
Date Posted: May 27, 2026
Job ID: R28957
Job Status: Full-Time
Description
Fix the gear. Keep production moving. Earn a solid paycheck.Ledcor is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanics to support our mining operations in Nevada and Idaho.
If you know your way around iron and take pride in keeping equipment running strong, this is your chance to join a solid crew and build a long-term career.
You’ll work on a fleet of haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators, helping keep critical equipment safe, reliable, and ready for the job.
Apply today to join Ledcor!
Essential Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair heavy mining equipment including haul trucks, loaders, dozers, and excavators
- Perform scheduled maintenance and inspections to keep equipment running safely and efficiently
- Repair and replace components to OEM standards, with a focus on Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment
- Complete service records and communicate equipment status to operations teams
- Work safely with tools and equipment, following all site safety procedures
- Collaborate with mechanics and operations to prioritize repairs and minimize downtime
Qualifications:
- 2–4 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment repair (mining or heavy civil preferred)
- Trade certification, technical training, or equivalent experience is an asset
- Strong knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Experience reading schematics and using diagnostic tools
- Experience with Cat, Hitachi, and Komatsu equipment strongly preferred
- MSHA Part 48 (metal/non-metal) required (support provided if needed)
- Valid driver’s license with clean abstract
- Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
Work Conditions:
- Rotating shifts, 10–12 hours per day
- Overtime paid after 40 hours
- Steady, site-based work with long-term opportunities
- Daily Living Out Allowance (LOA)
- Health and wellness benefits, plus 401(k) matching
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions
Additional Information
Ledcor Heavy Civil and Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction, to full-scale contract mining of coal, minerals, or metals, all the way to mine reclamation. Our service offerings are vast—as are the projects we work on.Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.
All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
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