The *Plant Repair welder* is responsible for safely maintaining and
repairing guards, bunkers, catwalks, hoppers, conveyors, and other mining
equipment. Must maintain a high standard of personal safety and the safety
of others. The *Plant Repair welder* must have a strong mechanical
knowledge and the ability to trouble shoot and repair problems as they
occur as well as diagnosing and performing mechanical repair and preventive
maintenance.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintaining a safe and productive work place

Repair and Fabrication – welding

Operate equipment such as man lift, truck crane

Includes inspecting the condition of the machinery and documenting items in need of repair

Troubleshooting breakdowns and performing mechanical repair and preventive maintenance

Ensure safety procedures are followed as well as ensuring compliance with MSHA and OSHA standards

Qualifications and Requirements:

2 years’ experience in the mining industry

2 years welding experience (welding / fabricating)

Knowledge and understanding of belt conveyors, crushing, and screening equipment is a plus

Must have personal inventory of basic hand tools

Basic knowledge of MSHA/OSHA standards

Requires good communication skills

Ability to read and understand technical manuals and understand diagrams

Ability to work from heights

Possess basic computer skills

Ability to work outdoors, in changing weather conditions