Mechanic/welder - dragline/drills/shovel Job at Peabody Energy (Wright)

Mechanic/welder - dragline/drills/shovel

Peabody Energy

Location:
United States , Wright

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Job Description:

We are currently seeking a Mechanic/Welder - DDS (Dragline, Drills, Shovel) to join our Maintenance team at our North Antelope Rochelle Mine (NARM). NARM is the largest surface coal mine in the US and is located in Wright, Wyoming. The mine produces high quality thermal coal that is loaded onto haul trucks and then shipped by rail. It has approximately 465 million tons of coal reserves. This role will carry out preventive and breakdown maintenance to fixed and mobile plant in open cut environments.

Job Responsibility:

Visibly support and champion Peabody's Mission and Values
Act in accordance with and adhere to Safety as a Way of Life Management System
Inspect work area and plant for hazards, damage and defects
Examine drawings or specifications to determine work methods, sequence of activities or manufacture of components
Diagnose faults or breakdowns
Estimate time and materials required to complete jobs
Raise orders for materials
Undertake repairs or component changeouts as required
Clean and maintain tools and work area
Train other personnel or apprentices (if required)
Ensure activities comply with safety, environmental and statutory requirements
Other duties as assigned by the company

Requirements:

Three years heavy equipment maintenance experience in mining preferred
Ability to read and understand written instructions and information, parts catalogs, maintenance manuals and other printed material
Ability to perform mechanical repair and preventative maintenance on all types of heavy mining equipment and light vehicles
Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot situations arising in areas of heavy equipment maintenance
Ability to operate oxygen/acetylene cutting torch and perform arc welding with low hydrogen electrodes preferred
Ability to perform maintenance repairs, troubleshooting and servicing on large mining equipment
Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and part books
Ability to read and use low voltage (24V) electrical, air and hydraulic schematics
Ability to rebuild air valves and perform adjustments on air system governors
Ability to operate auxiliary equipment such as forklifts, overhead shop cranes, etc.
Ability to work in all types of weather conditions and at different times of day
Ability to work a flexible schedule as required by business need
Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and overtime when required
Ability to train others
Trade certificate preferred
Must have the ability to stand for up to 4 hours per shift
Must have the ability to be seated for up to 4 hours to operate equipment or vehicles
Must have the ability to work from elevated positions, walk/climb up and down stairs/steps and climb on and off equipment and ladders
Must have the ability to wear required protective footwear, hearing and eye protection, and other personal protective equipment
Must have the ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions, and have rapid reflex movements of the arms and legs and good hand to eye coordination
Must have the ability to lift/raise 10 - 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance frequently
Must have the ability to work in extreme conditions, including changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, and in a confined work area

Nice to have:

Three years heavy equipment maintenance experience in mining preferred
Ability to operate oxygen/acetylene cutting torch and perform arc welding with low hydrogen electrodes preferred
Trade certificate preferred

What we offer:

401K matching
medical, dental and vision health plans with minimal cost to the employee
Benefit eligibility and PTO starts on your first day of work

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 31, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Mechanic/welder - dragline/drills/shovel

Peabody Energy

Location:
United States , Wright

Category:
-

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 31, 2025

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