Underground Longwall Mechanic

Overview

Join our dynamic team as an Underground Longwall Mechanic and become a vital part of our underground mining operations. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting complex heavy equipment used in longwall mining processes. Your expertise will ensure the safety, efficiency, and reliability of essential machinery such as shearers, conveyors, hydraulic systems, and auxiliary equipment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities directly impact operational success.

Duties

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on longwall mining equipment including shearers, armored face conveyors, roof supports, and hydraulic systems
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues using schematics, OEM manuals, and diagnostic tools
• Conduct welding, fabrication, and assembly of parts to ensure equipment operates at peak performance
• Use hand tools, power tools, and heavy machinery such as cranes, excavators, forklifts, and tractor-trailers for equipment servicing and movement
• Diagnose diesel engine problems, transmission faults, brake issues, suspension components, HVAC systems, and electrical systems to minimize downtime
• Maintain detailed service records and logs of repairs performed for compliance and future reference
• Assist with equipment upgrades or modifications using fabrication skills and technical schematics to enhance operational efficiency

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a heavy equipment mechanic with a focus on construction machinery maintenance or underground mining equipment
• Dealership experience or OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) familiarity is highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of diesel engine diagnostics, transmissions, hydraulics, air brakes, alignment procedures, electrical diagnostics, and welding techniques
• Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, schematics reading, soldering, heavy lifting techniques and tire service
• Ability to troubleshoot complex industrial equipment issues efficiently using diagnostic software and technical manuals
• Experience working with heavy equipment operation such as excavators or cranes is a plus
• Excellent customer service skills combined with safety-conscious work habits are essential

Join us to leverage your mechanical expertise in a challenging environment that values safety, innovation, and teamwork. This role provides the opportunity to develop your skills further while contributing to critical underground mining operations. We are committed to supporting your growth through ongoing training in construction equipment servicing and electrical systems repair.

Pay: $22.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Tools provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $35