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Posted August 14, 2026

Mechanic

Western Explosives Systems Company - WESCO
Winnemucca, NV, US Full Time
90000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking to hire a Mechanic!

Benefits: WESCO provides a competitive benefit package which begins the first day of the month following your hire date and includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and 401k plan with company match. WESCO provides paid vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Position: Maintain and repair all mobile equipment, including engines, chassis, and product storage and

blending equipment to assure reliable, safe, and cost-effective use of company vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications:

  • 3-5 years of heavy mechanics or related experience
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Clean driving record
  • Able to pass all background checks
  • Must satisfy the requirements for a “possessor of explosives” as defined by the B.A.T.F.
  • Must be able to work outside in the heat
  • Proficient with basic computer software (ie... Excel,Word)
  • Supply own transportation (commuting to work?)
  • Knowledge of IDS/FDRS Ford Software
  • Knowledge of Insite, Detroit, CAT ET Software
  • Preferably working knowledge of blast hole drills

Essential Functions:

  • Repair and maintain all company vehicles and equipment to assure safe and reliable use.
  • Perform field repairs to blast hole drills.
  • Maintain all vehicle maintenance records to assure timely maintenance of vehicles.
  • Maintain parts supply inventories and equipment to have necessary parts and supplies readily available and to control costs.
  • Purchase parts and supplies needed for repair and maintenance of vehicles to fulfill maintenance requirements and to be cost effective.
  • Supervise helpers to meet vehicle and equipment maintenance standards.
  • Follow all safety procedures and maintain safe working conditions.
  • Knowledgeable and use practices consistent with company policies and procedures from applicable technical modules, SOPs, work site, and safety policies and procedures.
  • Knowledgeable of, and comply with applicable DOT, OSHA, MSHA, EPA and BATFE.
  • Ability to work accurately with numbers and perform simple mathematical calculations.
  • Maintain safe working conditions and assure that all crew members and others on the site follow all safety and regulatory procedures and practices to ensure a safe and successful event.

Working Environment: Must be able to work primarily outdoors in all weather conditions of temperature

and climate. Physically travel between offices and remote field locations. Must wear personal protective

equipment where required. May require lifting of up to 60 lbs.

Schedule: Mon-Thurs, 40 hours per week

Pay: Annual Salary $90,000 + D.O.E.

\nCompany Description

Western Explosives Systems Company — full-line explosives distributor and blasting service provider for the mining, quarrying, and construction industries across the Western United States since 1991.

Company Description

Western Explosives Systems Company — full-line explosives distributor and blasting service provider for the mining, quarrying, and construction industries across the Western United States since 1991.

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