Seasonal Diesel Mechanic(s)

Seasonal Diesel Mechanic(s)

locations

Coteau

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id

R-00614

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Employee Type: Seasonal (Seasonal)

Do you want the opportunity to maintain some of the largest equipment in America? The Coteau Properties Company is looking for talented diesel mechanics to join our award-winning team at the Freedom Mine.

Our seasonal diesel mechanics are employed eight to nine months during the year with the potential to become a full-time employee.

The Coteau Properties Company, a subsidiary of North American Coal Corporation, operates the Freedom Mine, the largest lignite surface coal mine in the United States located north of Beulah, North Dakota. Heavy equipment used at the Freedom Mine includes large bottom dump coal hauling trucks, large end dump trucks, large front-end loaders, large backhoes, bulldozers, tractor-scrapers, motor graders, and more. We empower each and every employee with safety at the forefront of everything we do.

Job Description:

Essential Duties:

Repair and maintain mobile equipment

Troubleshoot and repair electrical, hydraulic, air mechanical and air conditioning systems

Operate overhead crane, field service vehicles, and variety of maintenance tooling

Use computer to generate work orders and parts requisitions. Complete work orders as to maintenance procedures used and utilize computer to document appropriately for accurate communication

Start heavy equipment

Perform tune-ups and adjustments to components

Read and interpret service manuals, parts books, prints and hydraulic and electrical schematics

Perform lock-out/tag-out procedures as required

Perform job duties in accordance with MSHA law and regulations, established company safety procedures, and state and federal regulations

Other Duties:

Operate light maintenance equipment including service vehicles

Assist maintenance with moving of heavy equipment

Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strong work ethic with effective communication skills

Must possess knowledge of engines, water pumps and cooling systems, under carriage, electrical systems, hydraulic components, drive train, brake and air condition systems

Must be able to pass all applicable tests and requirements

Rotating shift work is required and must be able to work up to 12-hour shifts

Education and Training:

Two years of maintenance work experience with heavy equipment or a diesel mechanic associate's degree is preferred

High School Diploma or GED is required

Wage and Benefits:

Starting wage of $49.68 per hour

Medical

401k savings plan with 5% employer match

Other incentives including paid vacation

Benefits are offered on the first day of employment

Our seasonal diesel mechanics are employed eight to nine months during the year with the potential to become a full-time employee.

Freedom Mine mechanics are scheduled to work 14 shifts per 28-day cycle.

Other work benefits are: 1) work at the same location every day; and 2) the work schedule is set for the entire calendar year.

EEO Statement:

EEO/M/F/disability/veteran You must meet at least the specific minimum requirements listed above to be considered a qualified applicant.

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About Us

We're fortunate to have some of the most talented and experienced professionals in the coal mining industry on our team. We trust and empower our people to always do the right thing, look out for one another, and draw on their collective expertise to provide efficient and cost-effective solutions for every customer.