Climax Molybdenum is the world's leading producer of molybdenum and has a long, successful history of doing business in a safe, highly efficient and socially responsible manner. We have operated in Colorado for more than 100 years and today have mining and milling operations near Leadville, Kremmling and Empire. Our Climax mine is located between Frisco and Leadville. Our Henderson mine and mill are an hour's drive apart - separated by the Continental Divide and a 15-mile conveyor system (10 miles is underground). The Henderson mine is about 50 miles west of Denver and 10 miles west of Empire, and the mill is located between Dillon and Kremmling.

Description: Highly skilled mechanic who safely perform diagnostic, maintenance and repair of pump systems and associated equipment.

• Troubleshoot and perform the removal, repair and installation of pumps, pipelines, fire water systems, interceptor wells, potable water systems, hydraulic systems and their associated parts.
• Perform mechanical and lubrication preventative maintenance on pumping systems by checking bearings "grease and purge", motor temp, coupling temp, adjusting packing, checking for visual and vibration signs of breakdown e
• Prioritize and make decisions regarding equipment repair as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining work orders and performing work area inspections.
• Train and mentor other employees.
• Perform advanced welding (Stick, Mig, Intershield, Drisco Fusion) and fabrication of brackets, headers and other related components.
• May operate equipment such as: trucks, bobcats, forklifts, mobile cranes, backhoes, loaders, road graders, and small mobile equipment.
• Act as a Fill-in Supervisor as required.

Minimum Requirements include but are not limited to:

• Two (2) years' experience in mechanical/maintenance crafts (including welder, boilermaker, machinist or facility maintenance/construction) or a combination of education and experience in industrial mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Must have completed academic and practical competencies required (this includes Line of Progression requirements for internal employees where LOP Exists) and have experience demonstrating the required mechanical aptitude.
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Knowledge of APP inspections
• Ability to prioritize repairs and possess excellent decision-making skills
• Ability to troubleshoot machine systems
• Ability to work and effectively communicate with others in a team environment
• Must be proficient in multiple types of welding, fabrication and layout
• Knowledge of blue stake process
• Ability to install bearings
• Demonstrate safety as a core value

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous mine experience
• Previous experience with Pumps, Piping and related systems
• Basic computer skills

BENEFITS: Monthly Housing Stipend Potential sign on bonus Relocation assistance, 401k with company match Medical/Dental/Vision (Start on day 1 of employment) Pay range: $27.50 - $37.00 per hour

*See job post at www.fmjobs.com for more details and requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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