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Drilling Rig Mechanic

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Coastal Drilling East, LLC

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United States , Fairmont, WV

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Job Description:

The Drilling Rig Mechanic is responsible for the diagnosis, troubleshooting, fix, repair, and maintenance of drilling rigs. Along with addressing performance issues on a variety of heavy equipment for our drilling and geotechnical construction operations. Heavy equipment may include: drilling rigs, excavators, rock trucks, front-end loaders, dozers, skid steers, man lifts, and other pieces of heavy construction equipment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with heavy equipment
  • Fix and Repair problems on heavy equipment
  • Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed by internal policies and procedures, as well as, external requirements
  • Conduct routine maintenance on heavy equipment to ensure adequate performance -- oil changes, lubrication of equipment, tire replacements, hose repairs, battery replacements and assorted services
  • Recondition and replace assorted parts of the heavy equipment
  • Must be able to operate and test equipment
  • Diagnose problem areas for any significant wear or tear on the equipment
  • Follow all company’s safety procedures and protocols
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly safety and maintenance checks
  • Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required
  • Ensure heavy equipment is safely and securely stored at close of shift
  • Advise direct supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Diesel Mechanic Training preferred
  • 3 or more years of dedicated drilling rig and/or heavy equipment mechanic experience with a focus on heavy construction equipment
  • Experience with drilling rigs preferred
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Technical knowledge and interpretation of technical information
  • Read and interpret equipment operator’s manuals
  • Read and interpret load charts for corresponding rigging equipment
  • Operate heavy equipment and/or drive trucks, if necessary
  • Work in areas of uneven terrain
  • Assist in the training of new or less-skilled Equipment Operators
  • Read and comprehend: site-specific rules, maintenance instructions, training manuals, Material Data Safety Sheets (MSDS), warning tags, traffic signs and procedure manuals
  • Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another
  • Visually see equipment operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses)
  • Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing or sitting for long periods of time
  • Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work
  • Working at elevated heights
  • Lifting 50 lb. objects as required
  • Carrying 50 lb. objects as required
  • Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure
  • Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions
  • Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments and holidays as required
  • Travel as needed

Nice to have:

  • Diesel Mechanic Training
  • Experience with drilling rigs

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 07, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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