Rock Drill Field Mechanic

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair Furukawa, Soosan, and Epiroc rock drills and associated support equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled service activities.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and electronic control systems.
• Repair or replace drifter components, feed systems, rotation units, hydraulic pumps, motors, and percussion systems.
• Perform field repairs to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Conduct post-repair testing and operational verification to ensure equipment performance.
• Maintain drill rig systems in accordance with OEM specifications and maintenance intervals.

• Utilize OEM diagnostic software, schematics, service manuals, and technical documentation.
• Analyze recurring failures and identify root causes.
• Support operators and supervisors in identifying operational practices that affect equipment performance.
• Assist with warranty documentation and OEM support requests.
• Provide technical recommendations regarding repair versus replacement decisions.

• Monitor drill utilization, component life cycles, and maintenance trends.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment availability and reliability.
• Support implementation of predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
• Assist with tracking major component rebuilds and service intervals.
• Document equipment condition and communicate findings to Equipment Division leadership.

• Travel to project sites to perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and production-critical repairs.
• Coordinate with operations personnel to prioritize equipment needs.
• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and repair documentation.
• Ensure service truck inventory, tooling, and parts are properly maintained.

• Follow all company safety policies and OEM service procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and equipment improvement initiatives.
• Stay current with advancements in drilling technology, electronic controls, and diagnostic systems.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.

• Experienced mechanic with a strong interest in drilling equipment and specialty construction machinery.
• Self-motivated individual who enjoys diagnosing complex equipment issues.
• Comfortable working independently in remote field environments.
• Takes ownership of equipment uptime and operational success.
• Strong troubleshooting mindset with attention to detail.
• Field-first mentality focused on supporting production operations.

• Someone seeking a primarily shop-based mechanic position.
• Someone uncomfortable with frequent travel to active construction sites.
• Someone who prefers routine maintenance work over advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting.
• Someone seeking a strictly scheduled workday with limited emergency response responsibilities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical school training in diesel technology, heavy equipment repair, or related field preferred.
• Minimum three years of heavy equipment mechanic experience preferred.
• Experience with drilling equipment, rock drills, quarry equipment, or mining equipment strongly preferred.
• Experience with Furukawa, Soosan, Epiroc, Sandvik, Atlas Copco, or similar drilling equipment is highly desirable.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of diesel engines, electrical systems, and electronic controls.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience using diagnostic software and electronic troubleshooting tools.
• Strong communication skills with operators, supervisors, vendors, and OEM representatives.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and digital maintenance systems.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver components and tools required for field repairs.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits