The Mine Mechanic position is located at our Drewsey, OR mine site. This is a full-time position with a schedule of 4on/4off with 12-hour shifts. During the summer mining season camp trailers are available to stay in during the scheduled shift.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•  Safe work practices.
• Troubleshoot and repair mine equipment (haul trucks, excavator, grader, dozer, etc.) as needed.
• Fulfill preventative maintenance program requirements and perform PM’s on a set schedule.
• Perform general maintenance and inspection of brakes, drive lines, tires, engines, fluid systems and frames.
• Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks, excavators, bulldozers, and all other support equipment including travel trailers.
• Sample fluids.
• Fueling and lubrication of equipment.
• Order parts, oil, fuel and supplies to maintain productivity.
• Keep records as required.
• Follow all federal and state safety regulations and company safety policies/procedures

Other requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience; and one year of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• Strong technical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively; written and oral.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to obtain a Class A license with doubles/tanker endorsement; if needed.

If interested, please apply on-line at www.ussilica.com.

US Silica/EP Minerals supports a drug-free culture. Successful candidates must pass a post offer background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer