Position Summary
Double Down Heavy Repair is seeking an experienced Field Resident Technician to maintain and repair heavy equipment at a large open-pit mining operation. This position works at the customer’s mine site, diagnosing problems, completing repairs, and helping keep critical equipment operating safely. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of relevant experience, including hands-on experience repairing heavy equipment, heavy trucks, drills, and shovels.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair heavy mining equipment and support equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and engine-related issues.
- Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on drills, shovels, trucks, and other mine equipment.
- Respond to breakdowns and complete repairs to reduce equipment downtime.
- Document inspections, service, and repairs accurately.
- Communicate repair needs and priorities with mine personnel and Double Down management.
- Follow mine-site safety procedures and environmental requirements.
- Maintain a safe, organized work area.
- Represent Double Down Heavy Repair professionally at the customer site.
Other Qualifications
- Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals, schematics, and technical information.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with mine personnel and other technicians.
- Ability to work extended shifts and rotate between day and night schedules.
- Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, accountability, and teamwork.
Work Location
This position is based at the customer’s large open-pit mine site.
Education and Experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience maintaining and repairing heavy equipment and heavy trucks.
- Previous hands-on drill and shovel repair experience is required.
- Open-pit mining experience is preferred.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Work Schedule
This position follows a roaring 5/4 rotation, alternating between one month of day shifts and one month of night shifts. Candidates must be willing and able to work both day and night schedules.
Compensation and Benefits
- Hourly pay range: $45–$55, based on experience and qualifications.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k).
- Short- and long-term disability options.
Why Double Down?
Double Down Heavy Repair supports customers with demanding equipment repair needs. We value safety, quality workmanship, accountability, teamwork, and taking care of our people and customers.
How to Apply
Click Apply on this posting and submit your resume, including details of your heavy equipment, heavy truck, drill, and shovel repair experience.
Pay
$45.00–$55.00 per hour
Per diem eligibility beginning after 30 days of employment.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Short-term disability options
- Long-term disability options
Work Location: In person at the customer’s mine site.
