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Colaska Inc.

Journeyman Drill Mechanic - Cooper Landing

Colaska Inc., Juneau, Alaska, United States

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Southeast Road Builders (SERB) is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Established in Haines in 1977, SERB is a well-recognized name in the local community. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com. The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company\'s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary The ideal candidate will oversee maintenance and repairs of Sandvik drills and other drill and blast supporting equipment at remote sites, minimizing downtime and ensuring equipment is properly maintained. The ability to work independently with limited supervision will be necessary.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair Sandvik, John Henry, and other drill and support equipment

Maintenance and service of equipment

Coordinate maintenance and repairs of equipment with Shop Foreman

Responsible for repair and maintenance records in accordance with the Shop Foreman and Safety Department\'s direction

Inspect equipment and track equipment repair needs; communicate recommendations on shop repairs to the Shop Foreman

Assist with procuring, receiving, and inventory of shop supplies and parts under the direction of the Shop Foreman

Work with and train apprentice mechanics and service oilers

Support organization and maintenance of the shop facilities including organization and compliance with Colas 6S goals along with associated facilities and support infrastructure

Promote safety and regulatory compliance while performing job responsibilities

Maintain CDL with hazmat endorsement

Must be able to work Saturdays and Sundays. Typical weekly work hours can meet or exceed 60 hours.

Other duties as assigned

This position will report directly to the Shop Foreman but will be required to coordinate with the Project Superintendent. This position may require travel to remote sites as needed.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand/work on feet for extended periods, walk on uneven terrain, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, see, and hear with frequent exposure to loud noise. Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles.

Occasionally lift and move 50 pounds or greater.

Required to pass pre-employment drug screening as well as a PAT (Physical Ability Test) prior to starting work.

Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Must have own tools.

Education

College/University/Trade School or equal experience in relevant field preferred

Professional certifications as applicable to show experience.

Miscellaneous

Previous experience in road construction and/or a shop setting preferred to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

CPR and 1st Aid Certification preferred.

Temporary housing available.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please refer to the EEO document.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying

complete any part of the application process

access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.

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