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Black Hills Energy Mining Maintenance Technician I, II, III, or Senior in Gillette, Wyoming
Mining Maintenance Technician I, II, III, or Senior
Location: Gillette, WY, United States
Job ID: 35236
Date Posted: May 20, 2024
Salary: $22.26 to $33.53 Hourly
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Responsible for preventive maintenance, repair, and general housekeeping for all mine equipment machinery and facilities to maintain a safe work area. Provide manual assistance to assigned projects.
SALARY GRADE/RANGE:Determined by the knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant.
• Level I:$22.26 – $33.53 per hour / Grade 44
• Level II:$24.50 - $36.59 per hour / Grade 45
• Level III:$27.38 – $41.08 per hour / Grade 46
• Senior Level:$30.79 - $46.08 per hour / Grade 47
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Maintenance Supervisor
LOCATION: Gillette, Wyoming
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Safely complete all requirements of the WRD Maintenance Technician and maintain satisfactory job performance.
• Perform mechanical and preventive maintenance on all mine equipment. Perform basic welding as assigned.
• Communicate with supervisor on the operating conditions and other pertinent information of assigned work areas and vehicles.
• Perform start-up, operation, monitoring, shut-down and tag-out of maintenance vehicle (welding truck, pickup, forklift, lube truck etc.).
• Be familiar with mine equipment operating limits, parameters, operating procedures and systems and perform corrective actions if limits are exceeded.
• Communicate daily with production personnel on the operating condition of any vehicle/equipment being serviced or repaired.
• Daily provide to oncoming maintenance shift verbally and written communication on the status of pending and ongoing maintenance projects.
• Complete all required computer and paperwork.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist other mine personnel or job tasks as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Level I:
• Minimum (2) two years of mechanic/maintenance experience or combination of experience and relevant technical schooling required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to obtain MSHA certification within 90 days of hire required.
Level II:
• Minimum of (3) three years of mechanic/maintenance experience or combination of experience and relevant technical schooling required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain MSHA certification within 90 days of hire required.
Level III:
• Minimum (4) four years of mechanic/maintenance experience or combination of experience and relevant technical schooling required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to obtain MSHA certification within 90 days of hire required.
Senior Level:
• Minimum of (5) five years of mechanic/maintenance experience or combination of experience and relevant technical schooling required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain MSHA certification within 90 days of hire required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Ability communicate in writing and verbally with individuals and small groups of employees.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make decisions, monitor and evaluate mobile mine equipment systems.
• Read and interpret maintenance and technical manuals and parts books to complete work assignment. Identify and order parts through warehouse system.
• Read and use low-voltage electric, air and hydraulic schematics and be able to perform basic troubleshooting on these systems.
This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.
About our Company:We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).
Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.
Wage: 22.26 to 33.53
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