Harrison Western was founded in 1968 and has provided superior design and construction services to the mining and civil industries for over 50 years. We have entered a Joint Venture with Shaft Sinkers to construct a new utility shaft at WIPP (Waste isolation Pilot Plant). WIPP is a Department of Energy facility located near Carlsbad, New Mexico. When the project is completed, the final shaft will measure 26 feet in diameter and extend to 2,275 feet below the surface.

We are looking for experienced Shaft Mechanics. Shaft Mechanics provide technical diagnosis and troubleshooting, machine rebuilds, overhauls and component replacement.

The WIPP project is expected to take up to three years to complete. Open positions will be based on the operational need and may be months to years in duration. All positions are located at the WIPP site, 26 miles southeast of Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Take direction from the Master Mechanic
• Fix, maintain and inspect Shaft Jumbo, Front end loader, Man lifts, Scoops, Hoists, sheave wheels, hoist/Galloway/cryderman ropes
• Must be willing to work on the Galloway when needed
• Must be willing to climb the headframe daily
• Follows established procedures in shutting down and disassembling equipment, replacing damaged or worn parts and reassembling equipment replacing damaged or worn parts and re-assembling and testing equipment to perform to required specifications
• Inspects, lubricates, adjusts and reports any condition that may cause premature breakdowns
• Repairs, rebuilds, modifies and/or adjusts equipment and parts to suit production requirements
• Repairs and maintains all equipment in accordance with the preventative maintenance program
• Ensure all required logbooks are maintained and updated. Submits oral and written reports relevant to job duties

Skills and Specifications:

• Ability to take direction from supervision
• Recognize hazards and safety risks, follow all safety policies and regulations
• Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Familiar with equipment and tools required for the position
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Work in a standing, seated, or other physical positions
• Troubleshooting electrical DC voltage, a plus
• Welding and fabrication of steel a plus
• Shaft experience a plus
• ATF clearance
• Pre-employment background, MVR, drug screen and physical
• Must have own tools

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation and per diem
• 3 Medical plans to choose from
• Vision and Dental plans
• 8 paid holidays
• 401k with Company match that is immediately vested

Harrison Western Construction is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training including apprenticeship, layoff and termination. Harrison Western is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the HR department at hr@harwest.com.