Journeyman Mechanic/Millwright

1) Purpose of Role 

Inspect, maintain, and repair heavy equipment and fixed plant systems so assets remain safe, reliable, and production‑ready. Perform diagnostics, mechanical/hydraulic repairs, and preventive maintenance aligned with site procedures. 

2) Scope & Decision Rights 

Perform diagnostic, mechanical, and hydraulic repairs; execute preventive maintenance; and ensure all equipment operates safely and efficiently. Troubleshoot, weld, fabricate, and work in challenging conditions such as underground or at high elevations. 

3) Essential Duties and Standards 

Owns: Equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and mechanical/hydraulic repairs, CMMS work order documentation and closeout, and Basic welding/fabrication to support repairs. 

Supports: Rigging activities under qualified supervision, Root‑cause troubleshooting with supervisors and OEMs, and Parts identification and staging. 

Recommends/Prepares: Follow‑up repairs and component replacements, as well as lubrication and alignment improvements to reduce downtime. 

Escalates: Unsafe conditions, repeat failures, or findings beyond scope, and Critical equipment down events. 

4) Critical Competencies (must-demonstrate) 

• Communication 

• Problem Solving 

• Teamwork 

• Time Management 

• Documentation Quality (CMMS/work orders) 

• Safety Awareness and PPE Use 

• Reading Drawings/Isometrics 

• Root Cause Thinking 

• Prioritization 

• Cut, fit, and fabricate parts per drawings for field repairs and installs 

• Use hand tools safely and effectively for trade tasks 

• Service hydraulic circuits (hoses, valves, cylinders) and verify performance 

• Follow OEM and customer recommendations for lubricants and intervals; maintain lube routes and records 

• Move, stage, and secure materials safely per procedures 

• Perform oxy-fuel per standards and procedures 

• Maintain pneumatic systems (lines, regulators, actuators) per spec 

• Perform preventive maintenance per schedules and OEM guidance 

• Assist with rigging and controlled moves under qualified supervision 

• Perform precision alignment to tolerance (thermal growth as applicable) 

• Perform structural and repair welds per procedure and visual standards 

• Perform work order per standards and procedures 

• Support qualified rigger/signal person workflows 

• Mentoring and supporting Mechanic/Millwright Level 1 employees 

5) Qualifications 

• Proven experience performing tasks with limited supervision (4 year apprenticeship and documentation of continued employment preferred); reliable attendance; ability to follow safety rules and work procedures. 

• Proficiency with trade tasks such as Fabrication, Hand Tools, Hydraulics, Lubrication, Material Handling, Oxy-Fuel, Pneumatics, and Preventive Maintenance. 

• Demonstrated work practices including Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, and Time Management. 

• Relevant credentials as applicable: Rigger/Signal Person (as applicable). 
• OSHA 10 in the construction industry and MSHA preferred 

6) Performance Measure Buckets 

• PM schedule compliance; mean time to repair (MTTR) 

• Work order closure quality and timeliness 

• Repeat failure rate; follow‑up completion 

• Attendance 

• Reading plans 

• Computer skills 

7) Employee Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee-only coverage)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Sick Time