Line Boring Technician

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills Required.

• Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Machining, Heavy Equipment Maintenance, or a related technical field.
  
• Minimum 5 years of proven hands-on experience in line boring, machining, or heavy equipment maintenance.
  
• Experience working with portable line boring machines and welding equipment in construction, mining, or heavy industry environments.
  
• Experience repairing earthmoving and heavy construction equipment such as excavators, loaders, and dump trucks.
  
• Strong precision machining and alignment skills.
  
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
  
• Proficiency in using measurement and alignment tools.
  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in remote or field environments.
  
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
  
• High commitment to safety and quality standards.
  

• Perform on-site line boring operations to repair worn or misaligned bores in heavy equipment such as excavators, wheel loaders, articulated dump trucks, backhoes, and other construction machinery.
  
• Conduct bore welding and machining processes to restore damaged bores to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
  
• Set up, align, and operate portable hydraulic or electric line boring machines and related tooling.
  
• Carry out precision measurements using micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators, and laser alignment tools to ensure accurate bore alignment and tolerances.
  
• Interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, and specifications to determine machining requirements.
  
• Perform journal turning, flange facing, and related machining activities when required.
  
• Ensure all repairs comply with engineering standards and safety procedures.
  
• Maintain and inspect line boring equipment, tools, and accessories to ensure reliability and operational readiness.
  
• Work closely with mechanics, welders, and maintenance teams to coordinate repair activities.
  
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for completed repair works.
  
• Adhere to HSE regulations and site safety standards while operating machinery and performing repairs in workshop and field environments.