Mechanical Craftsman Mobile Maintenance (Mine)

• A company with a world-class reputation for safety and performance
• Foster a collaborative team environment built on strong work ethics
• Excellent opportunity to develop your career and further develop your technical expertise - Bingham Canyon Mine

Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find then in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organisation and fulfilling career.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Mechanical Craftsman Mobile Maintenance (Mine) to to join the Kennecott Asset Management department in a Field Maintenance role. This is a craftsman role, residentially based in Salt Lake City, Utah focused on improving availability, reliability, and processes around maintenance of heavy mobile equipment.

Rio Tinto Kennecott is a fully integrated mining operation located just outside Salt Lake City, Utah, US. Kennecott is a wholly owned subsidiary of Rio Tinto. For more than 110 years, Kennecott has been mining and processing minerals from the rich orebody of the Bingham Canyon Mine. Kennecott is a strong economic driver and strives to be a valuable community partner through strategic partnerships, charitable giving and sustainable development practices

What the role entails

This role is a great opportunity to work for a global mining organization and further develop your technical skill set. Working a 5 days on, 2 off roster and reporting to the Superintendent - Maintenance, you will be:

• Actively engaging with employees in discussions and initiatives that keep everyone safe and promote the "Zero Harm" safety culture
• Maintaining and troubleshooting mechanical components on large hydraulic/electric drills and shovels in accordance with MSHA standards and standard work instructions
• Working closely with Maintenance Support in developing safe and efficient standard work instructions , maintenance improvement efforts, and cost saving initiatives

What you will need for this role

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• A constant commitment to approaching tasks safely and intelligently
• Ability and commitment to work rotating 12-hour shifts (Both days and nights)
• Relevant experience, preferably in heavy industry/mining or a millwright trade
• State electrical/millwright licensing or technical electrical training/schooling
• Competency in welding, basic hydraulics, equipment alignment, pumps, and mechanical/electrical fundamentals and best practice

So if this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

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