Off‑Highway Diesel Equipment Technician (Mining Operations)

Make Every Shift Count: Keep Detroit’s Mining Equipment Running

You like real machines and real results. On third shift, you’ll be the go-to technician keeping heavy mining and industrial assets online—haul trucks, loaders, conveyors, bulldozers, cranes, and drills—so salt extraction and large-scale material handling never miss a beat.

Location

Detroit, MI (servicing a long-standing partner operation in the Dearborn area)

Schedule & Compensation

• 3rd Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• Additional overtime as needed
• Pay: Up to $35.30/hour (based on experience)
• Employment: Full-Time | Long-Term Hire

About the Work

Hired by Express Employment Professionals on behalf of a respected industrial/mining partner, you’ll combine mechanical strength with diagnostic skill to keep off-highway equipment safe, reliable, and productive.

A Day in the Life

• Kick off with priority checks—review work orders, parts availability, and equipment status.
• Diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy equipment (cranes, loaders, haul trucks, conveyors, bulldozers, drills) to OEM standards.
• Inspect, dismantle, and reassemble components using hoists, cranes, and precision hand tools.
• Perform structural fixes through welding and fabrication when parts are worn or broken.
• Own preventive maintenance: fluids, lubrication points, hydraulic lines, pumps, and fittings.
• Troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems; read schematics, technical drawings, and service manuals.
• Operate equipment to validate repairs and ensure post-service performance.
• Document work clearly—daily logs, service reports, and parts usage.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards; flag hazards and process changes to supervisors and teammates.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED
• 2–4 years as a heavy equipment or diesel mechanic (industrial/mining environment preferred)
• Michigan Mechanic Certification (Diesel, Transmission, Hydraulic, or Electrical Systems) required
• CAT SIS program experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting across engines, transmissions, and sub-assemblies
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and basic diagnostic software
• Comfort with cranes, loaders, conveyors, bulldozers, and air compressors
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work extended shifts underground or outdoors year-round

Proficiencies We Value

• Heavy Equipment Repair
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Hydraulics Experience
• Brake & Suspension Systems

Machines & Technologies You’ll Use

• Diesel Engine
• Diesel Vehicles

Why Join

• Competitive pay aligned to skill
• Stable, long-term role in a critical industry
• Overtime and advancement opportunity
• Hands-on work across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems
• Comprehensive safety and training programs

Ready to Get Started?

Apply with your resume or call/text Dio at (517) 546-5627 for details.

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