Aggregate Maintenance/Operator

JRJ Group; New Holland (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

JRJ Group is seeking a Maintenance Operator for a night shift to operate and maintain an aggregate plant in New Holland, Ohio. The role involves running a front-end loader, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year experience in an aggregate setting or related field, with mechanical aptitude and welding/fabrication basics. Overtime and weekend shifts are required.EOE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or HSE required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in a plant or industrial setting, especially aggregates, preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and flexible shifts.
• EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/DFSP.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader safely and efficiently to feed material into the aggregate processing plant.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and complete daily preventative maintenance and safety checks.
• Use PLCs for basic operation and system monitoring as required.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair plant equipment including screens, conveyors, crushers, and motors.
• Weld, cut, and fabricate to repair or reinforce plant components as needed.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools and maintain them in safe condition.
• Comply with safety policies and environmental regulations and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Heavy Equipment Operation

Welding & Fabrication

Safety Awareness

Communication

Physical Endurance

Education

High school diploma, GED, or HSE

Job description

Join a team that values your well-being both in and out of the workplace. Are you looking for a night shift position? Do you want to operate and work on modern well-maintained equipment for a change? Are you mechanically inclined? Do you have experience operating heavy equipment?

We are currently seeking self-motivated and dependable full-time Maintenance Operator. As a Maintenance Operator, you will regularly be maintaining/fixing equipment, operating the aggregate plant, and operating a front-end loader (once trained).

Maintenance Operators work in a fast-paced environment and are provided with a variety of challenges. We are proud to use modern and well-maintained equipment. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience working within an aggregate quarry/mine and proven safety track record, however we are open to develop candidates with great overall experience outside of aggregates.

Core Competency Areas & Responsibilities:

1. Equipment Operation & Production Support

Operate a front-end loader safely and efficiently to feed material into the aggregate processing plant.

Perform routine equipment inspections and complete daily preventative maintenance and safety checks.

Use programmable logic controls (PLCs) for basic operation and system monitoring as required.

1. Mechanical Maintenance & Troubleshooting
   Conduct diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of plant equipment including screens, conveyor belts, crushers, and motors.

Replace and adjust mechanical components to ensure proper equipment function.

Maintain operational continuity by identifying wear or failures and correcting issues quickly.

1. Fabrication & Tool Use
   Use welding, cutting, and fabrication skills to repair or reinforce plant components as needed.

Operate a variety of hand and power tools including grinders, cutting torches, impact wrenches, and more.

Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition.

1. Safety & Compliance
   Work in compliance with all company policies, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.

Support the creation of a safe work environment through hazard recognition and proactive risk mitigation.

Participate in safety meetings and training programs.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical systems and equipment.

Heavy Equipment Operation: Experience operating front-end loaders or similar equipment.

Welding & Fabrication: Basic to intermediate welding and fabrication experience.

Safety Awareness: Commitment to maintaining a clean, hazard-free, and compliant work environment.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for reporting and coordination.

Physical Endurance: Ability to lift 50 lbs., work in inclement weather, and climb ladders/stairs up to 24 feet.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or High School Equivalency (HSE).

Valid driver’s license.

Prior experience in a plant or industrial setting, particularly with aggregates or construction materials.

Ability to work overtime, weekends, and flexible shifts as needed.

EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran/DFSP