Thiess is hiring: Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Heavy Equipment/Mining) in Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona

Overview

Thiess is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to support our mining team on a project site near Globe, AZ. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for safe repair of mobile equipment including mining excavator, loader, haul trucks, water truck, dozers and graders.

Thiess, originating in Australia in 1933, is a $4 billion global organization focusing on sustainable resource solutions, including mining services, land reclamation, and engineering consulting. With 15,000 employees, we are committed to creating lasting value for our clients and leading the way toward a more sustainable future. We operate in the United States and Canada, with various project sites and ongoing expansion plans.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repairs
• Preventative maintenance, in-shop and in the mine/pit
• Diagnose and troubleshoot
• Knowledge of repairs and servicing of dozers, haul trucks, blades, scrapers, loaders, light vehicles – including CAT 994 Loaders, CAT Graders, CAT Dozers, Hitachi EX5600 excavators
• Weld steel components with welding equipment as specified by layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, and/or verbal instructions
• Comply with all safety, health and environmental rules and procedures
• Work with the team to maximize productivity and minimize downtime while maintaining safety standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

What Youollow

• 5 years minimum experience in repairing diesel heavy mining equipment
• 2-year minimum exposure to mining equipment (CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Liebherr)
• Experience with major component replacement, overhauls, machine rebuilds, in-pit breakdowns
• Welding experience with mobile, heavy mining equipment
• Must be fluent in the English language

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Industry and trade specific training a bonus but not essential
• MSHA Part 48 Certification (Thiess will provide training if needed)

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment up to 50 lbs.; occasionally perform team lifts for heavier components
• Pushing/Pulling/Gripping: Regularly use hand and power tools requiring strong grip and upper body force
• Standing/Walking/Climbing: Frequently stand, walk long distances across uneven surfaces, and climb ladders/equipment throughout the shift
• Stooping/Kneeling/Squatting/Crawling: Occasionally stoop, kneel, squat, or crawl to perform equipment inspections and repairs in tight or awkward spaces
• Reaching: Frequently reach overhead and away from the body when working on large or elevated equipment
• Repetitive Motion: Frequently perform repetitive wrist, arm, and shoulder motions when using pneumatic/hand tools
• Shifts & Schedules: Work 12-hour shifts, including nights and consecutive days on rotation, with extended periods of physical exertion
• Environment: Work outdoors at high altitude (3,500 ft+) in extreme weather (sub-zero winters, high heat/dust/noise)
• Sensory/Cognitive: Maintain sufficient vision and hearing to safely operate vehicles, detect hazards, and respond quickly to alarms and moving equipment

Additional Information

• Work schedule: 14 days on, 14 days off, rotating 12-hour shifts both days and nights
• Fly-in, fly-out opportunities for those who live out-of-state (travel expenses paid); drive-in, drive-out opportunities for those who live in-state (mileage reimbursed)
• Hotel and shuttle accommodations provided
• Pre-Employment Requirements: Drug/Alcohol Screening, Fit-for-duty evaluation, Work Authorization

What We Offer

• A safety-first work environment where safety is the number one priority
• Comprehensive medical benefits including private health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and subsidized coverage for immediate family
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K retirement savings with employer matching contributions
• Career development and opportunities locally, domestically within the US, and potentially globally

EEOC Statement

Thiess is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at +1 (801) 300-1909.

Post-offer drug testing and pre-placement verification may be required as part of our employment process. This position may be eligible for fly-in, fly-out or drive-in, drive-out arrangements where applicable.