Underground Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Job no: 494120
Work type: Full time
Location: Various locations
Categories: Trades
Spent years in underground mining? Put that experience to work where it actually carries weight.
Mader is growing our underground team and we're looking for experienced hard rock mechanics who know their way around underground equipment and can be trusted to get the job done.
This role isn't about spending the next five years working on the same machines at the same mine. You'll work across multiple operations, equipment fleets, and OEM platforms while building your skills alongside some of the most experienced underground mechanics in the industry.
If you enjoy diagnostics, major repairs, troubleshooting difficult faults, and the challenge that comes with underground mining, you'll fit right in.
What You'll Be Doing
- Troubleshooting and diagnostics on underground mining equipment
- Breakdown response and field repairs
- Planned maintenance and inspections
- Major component replacements and rebuilds
- Supporting production-critical equipment underground
- Working across Sandvik, Epiroc, CAT, Normet, Getman and other OEM platforms
- Delivering high-quality work safely and efficiently
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years experience working on underground hard rock equipment
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
- Experience working independently underground
- Strong hydraulic, electrical and mechanical knowledge
- Commitment to safe work practices
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
Why Mechanics Join Mader
- 2:1 and 2:2 rosters available
- Flights, accommodation and meals covered
- Work on a variety of underground fleets and mine sites
- Your experience is trusted and respected
- Strong earning potential with overtime opportunities
- Work alongside experienced underground specialists
- Consistent work with established crews
- Uncapped Mates of Mader referral bonuses
- Team events, adventure trips and a culture built around good people
Built By Mechanics
Mader was founded by mechanics who believed there was a better way to build a career on the tools. Today, we support underground mining operations across North America and around the world, but our philosophy remains the same: hire good mechanics, back them properly, and give them the opportunity to do what they do best.
If you're looking for more variety, more autonomy, and the chance to work alongside some of the best underground mechanics in the industry, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Which equipment brands have you worked on? (e.g. CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Sandvik, Epiroc, Liebherr, John Deere). Please specify.
- What type of sites have you worked on? (e.g. surface mine, underground mine, quarry, construction). Please specify.
Experience:
- Underground: 3 years (Preferred)
- Heavy Equipment Maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Advertised: Alaskan Daylight Time
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