About this role
The Plant Mechanic is responsible for safe repair and maintenance of mining equipment typically found in an aggregate facility including crushers, screen decks, conveyors, drums, etc. Expected to complete pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and submit required daily documentation. Assists in plant operations as needed.
Perform safety and mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment daily. Address housekeeping issues within the workspace to maintain a safe environment. Drive to various facilities, including ready-mix plants, for maintenance and repair tasks.
Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays. Understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations at all times. Work well with others in a fast-paced aggregate production environment.
CalPortland offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement plans. Employees can choose from a variety of voluntary benefits. Compensation supports skilled maintenance roles in the industry.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Provide own tools typically used in aggregate facility maintenance
- Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of crushers, wash plants, conveyors, material washers and various other types of fixed equipment
- Proficient in welding and cutting
- Proficient operator of forklift, man lift, cranes and boom trucks
- Able to lift or move up to 100 lbs., stand, walk, climb, bend, stretch, kneel, crouch, and drive on rough terrain
- Able to work in wet and/or dry conditions and extreme heat and cold
- Experience operating heavy equipment used in aggregate facilities (loaders, dozers, road graders) preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform safety and mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment
- Address any housekeeping issues within the workspace
- Drive to various facilities to perform maintenance and repair tasks, including periodic work at ready-mix plants
- Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays
- Understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations
- Complete pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections
- Submit required daily documentation
- Assist in plant operations as needed
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Life insurance
- Disability coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Retirement program
- Variety of voluntary benefits
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