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Mill Mobile Mechanic

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Kinross Gold Corporation

Republic, WA (In Person)

$84,853 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 9 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/17/2026

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Job Description

Discover a rewarding career opportunity at Kinross in the stunning rural landscapes of Washington State. Recognized for our leadership in low-impact mine development and nationally acclaimed for our reclamation and closure practices, our team has produced gold from six different deposits in the region since 1990. Currently the operation is managing an exciting multi-year pipeline of projects and is looking to build our team to effectively deliver results. Job Summary The Mill Mobile Mechanic will support the reliability and performance of mobile and support equipment at the Mill and Filtration Plant. During the Curlew Basin Restart Project, this role will assist with commissioning, readiness activities, and training of team members. Once operational, the position will focus on maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement to ensure safe and efficient mill operations. Essential Functions
  • Provide advanced diagnostics, repairs, and preventive maintenance on mobile and stationary equipment supporting the Mill area (e.g., forklifts, loaders, service trucks, light vehicles, small mobile units, and auxiliary systems).
  • Support commissioning and functional testing of new mill mobile equipment, rental equipment, and third party contractor equipment; verify mechanical integrity, fluid systems, and operational safety prior to turnover to operations.
  • Collaborate with maintenance supervision, electrical, and operations teams to identify reliability risks and establish maintenance standards and inspection routines for mobile assets.
  • Develop and deliver on-the-job training and mentoring to lower-level mechanics, promoting safe work practices and technical skill development aligned with Kinross's Safeground principles.
  • Assist with the setup and organization of the mill maintenance shop—tools, consumables, work orders, and CMMS data entry for new assets.
  • Participate in equipment reliability improvement initiatives, root-cause analysis of mechanical failures, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Ensure all work meets Kinross standards, manufacturer specifications, and regulatory requirements (MSHA, state, and company policies).
  • Conduct preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on mobile equipment such as loaders, forklifts, service trucks, man lifts, light vehicles, and small mobile units used in mill and plant support.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems; coordinate complex troubleshooting with electricians, operators, and supervisors.
  • Perform routine inspections, oil sampling, and condition monitoring to support reliability-based maintenance strategies.
  • Complete detailed work orders and equipment history reports in the CMMS; communicate parts needs and maintenance priorities to the supervisor.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Skills
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical trade certification in heavy equipment or mobile maintenance preferred.
  • 8 + years of experience in mobile or heavy industrial maintenance, preferably within a processing plant.
  • Excellent trouble shooting skill and ability to carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and specifications.
  • Ability to problem-solve and manage conflicting priorities.
  • Computer literacy
  • Microsoft Office, Pronto or similar Computerized Maintenance Management System(CMMS).
  • Valid driver's license required and authorized to work in the US. Health, Safety, and Environmental Requirements
  • Adheres to all safety and environmental considerations.
  • Has a strong commitment to safe working practices.
  • Wears Personal Protective Equipment at all times while in the production environment.
  • Is alert and observes, corrects, and reports unsafe conditions.
  • Follows operating procedures and complies with all regulatory requirements. Kinross Leadership Practices
  • Creates an environment where nothing is more important than every employee returning home safe and healthy every day.
  • Creates an environment in which people are unfailingly treated with respect.
  • Fosters the talent and potential of all employees by enabling them to grow, develop, and make a difference in the organization.
  • Demonstrates that leadership in the areas of environmental performance and community and stakeholder relations is fundamental to the way we plan and manage our business.
  • Holds self and others accountable for the decisions, commitments, and behaviors required to deliver outstanding results.
  • Uses judgment to manage business complexities, prioritize and balance conflicting demands to make timely decisions that best advance Kinross strategy.
  • Builds and brings teams and people together to achieve organizational goals. Models humility by going beyond self-interest for the good of the group.
  • Understands the economic implications of decisions and consistently uses all resources effectively and efficiently to maximize shareholder value.
  • Relentlessly champions, develops and embeds best practices.
Kinross Competencies Strategic Effectiveness — Developing and communicating rigorous and creative business strategies that drive sustainable value. External Engagement — Understanding and building relationships with external parties that strengthen and sustain competitive advantage. Business Focus — Applying commercial rigor and discipline to all business decisions and customer relationships. Living the Kinross Values — Aligning behavior, decisions, and actions with Kinross values and principles. This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. Reporting Relationships Mill Superintendent Language Requirements English Compensation Data Hourly rate: $32.50
  • $49.09 / hr
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k with match
  • Paid time off
  • Stock purchase option
  • Basic life insurance Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada.
Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:

K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:

KGC).

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