Lead Maintenance Technician

Job ID: 510268

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

Responsible for overall supervision and coordination of workers' activities related to the setup, installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment, tools, and machinery to ensure non-stop operation of the plant/location assigned.

• Leads workers in electrical, electronic, mechanical hydraulic and pneumatic maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment
• Test malfunctioning machinery, determine repairs and assign mechanic for repair
• Leads workers engaged in dismantling, assembling and installing equipment, parts, and machinery
• Interprets company policies and safety regulations to ensure compliance and safe work environment
• Interprets specifications, blueprints and job orders to workers and assigns duties
• Establishes and adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules
• Recommends and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of the product
• Implement a schedule of routine and preventative maintenance procedures and assign and monitor personnel
• Order parts needed for special projects, routine maintenance requirements, spare parts, tools and equipment needed
• Implements preventative maintenance programs/monitors existing programs
• Keeps management informed of activities
• Coordinates maintenance services to be provided by outside vendors, including warranties and service contracts
• Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase the efficiency of shop, department or work crew
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

• Associate's degree or equivalent in training, education or experience plus at least 2 years of experience as a head mechanic, or equivalent combination of experience, training, and education
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electric and other types of malfunctions of machinery and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and operations manuals and follow step by step instructions
• Ability to train others
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical, instrumentation, hydraulic and pneumatic operations, programmable controllers and their application, maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools
• Strong knowledge of safety and industrial hygiene
• Lift tools, machinery parts, and other objects weighing up to 80 pounds each
• Endure intermittent bending, crouching, pushing, pulling, stooping, and reaching
• Standing for extended periods of time
• Able to work under extreme conditions such as hot or cold temperatures, noise, dust, and dirt

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion