Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic

- Be part of a safety-driven team that values inclusion and respect.

- Join a leading company that offers outstanding personal development and global career opportunities.

- The hourly rate for this role in California is $41.10

About the role

We’re looking for a Diesel Mechanic to help keep our mining equipment fleet such as trucks, graders, dozers, and more running safely and smoothly. This is a unique opportunity to join a team that plays a key role in delivering high-quality Borates to customers around the world.

We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the flexibility to support the lifestyle that works best for you and your family. With our global reach and scale, you’ll find plenty of chances to learn new skills, grow your career, and take on exciting challenges.

We prioritize safety in every moment and every move. With the right tools and a strong support system, you’ll be empowered to do your best work safely and confidently.

While working, you’ll report to the Truck Shop Supervisor, and your duties will include:

- Ensuring the availability of the mining fleet in an industrial environment.

- Diagnosing and repairing various types of industrial mobile equipment.

- Utilizing power and hand equipment for rigging tasks, including working at heights and following safety protocols.

- Operating and maintaining specialized rigging equipment such as harnesses, lanyards, and lifts.

- Conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance, documenting activities, and addressing potential equipment failures.

- Collaborating with cross-functional teams and optimizing equipment reliability.

- Staying up to date with industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in equipment maintenance.

- Fostering a culture of safety awareness to foster a secure work environment.

What you’ll bring

- Your commitment to keep each other safe.

- A high school diploma or GED.

- A valid state driver’s license.

- 4+ years of experience as an Industrial Diesel Mechanic.

- Mechanical aptitude and proficiency in repairing and maintaining equipment by demonstrating your keen problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Welding or pipefitting expertise to ensure precise and durable connections to meet our industry standards.

- Background in rigging equipment, including wire rope, synthetic slings, cable clamps, hooks, shackles, and other rigging apparatus, and ability to follow our safety protocols.

What we offer

We are committed to providing a generous benefits package to recognize your contributions, your way of thinking and your hard work. Therefore, our benefits include:

- A safety-focused and inclusive working environment.

- Access to family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits.

- A 401(k)-matching program in which the company matches .35 per dollar up to 5% of your base pay.

- A generous employee share program which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto shares.

- Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life: paid time off, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.

- A favorable child-caregiver leave program.

- Ongoing Employee Assistance Program for you and your family to address educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.

- Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to incentives to support your wellbeing.

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Every Voice Matters

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.