Plant Maintenance Mechanic

Job ID: 521406

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Job Summary

Plant maintenance/mechanic position is responsible for preventative maintenance and repair of our Slidell, LA aggregate plant processing equipment including but not limited to stationary machinery and mechanical equipment such as conveyor systems, shakers, pumps, gearboxes, and equipment. As a plant maintenance/mechanic you may perform various roles, including fabrication, welding, cutting, greasing, housekeeping and various other shop or processing duties.

• Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by Production.
• Will take an active role in the plant safety initiatives.
• Always ensures a safe work environment for self and others.
• Conducts OSHA pre-shift safety inspections of equipment and work areas.
• Operates cranes, manlifts, hoists pneumatic, hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, and other specialty service equipment as needed.
• Maximizes performance of stationary equipment by performing repairs and ensuring preventative maintenance is completed on a timely basis.
• Performs fabrication, erection of processing equipment and repair to processing equipment and mobile equipment.
• Responsible for ensuring backlog process is completed and prioritized with Plant Manager.
• Completes required paperwork to maintain equipment and to run the plant according to operational standards.
• Ensures preventative maintenance services, lubrications services are completed according to maintenance schedule.
• Trains and coach's other employees on maintenance practices

• Minimum 3 years+ experience related to heavy duty maintenance job or equivalent combination of training and experience, preferably in aggregates industry.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Ability to read and write and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to communicate over two-way radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment.
• Self-starter with ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Strong mechanical knowledge
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision.
• Demonstrated proficiency with oxy/acetylene torch and stick welding, MIG a plus.
• Must be able to identify and order basic parts (bearings, idlers, screens, pulleys)
• Must be able to field layout and fabricate in steel.
• Must be able to work 8-12-hour (+) shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot, repair and maintain all plant equipment.
• Proficiency with a wide variety of hand tools and power tools
• Electrical knowledge and certification a plus.
• Ability to work in outdoor environment and in elevated areas.
• Climb up to 20 feet above ground on ladders and catwalks.
• Walk/stand on uneven ground throughout the workday.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, kneel and climb ladders/stairs to inspect facilities and to observe/perform work activities throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess good dexterity and hand/eye coordination for use of various hand tools.
• Able to reason through difficult operations problems, resolve said problems and/or relate same to others.
• Capability of working for long periods of time in extreme heat and in dusty areas, confined spaces, and heights

• Ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses or goggles, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety reflective vest, full body harness, welding hood.
• Ability to work at heights.

• 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