Cement Plant Maintenance Technician

Knight's Companies; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

PTO and Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Knight's Companies in Columbia, SC is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of ready-mix plants, precast equipment, and related structures. You will perform routine, preventive and corrective maintenance and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Requirements include 2–4 years of experience with heavy process machinery, a high school diploma, and ability to read blueprints. Travel up to 50% may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years of experience with heavy process machinery (cement industry preferred).
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Familiarity with OSHA and environmental safety regulations for plant operations.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex plant equipment.
• Welding, fabrication and precision alignment capabilities.
• Ability to read technical drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good planning and organizational abilities with multitasking.
• Effective communication and coaching across levels.
• Independent and team work in a fast-paced setting.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to work varying shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and environmental policy compliance and lead by example.
• Consistently use PPE and address safety issues with supervisors or managers.
• Complete required safety training within deadlines.
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on ready-mix plants, precast equipment and related structures.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Inspect machinery and perform necessary repairs for optimal operation.
• Install, repair, and maintain heavy process equipment; fabricate and weld as needed.
• Rig, lift and handle heavy equipment safely; read blueprints and schematics.
• Document work in logs and maintain maintenance records.
• Provide maintenance training during walk-throughs with plant managers and coach on requirements.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Welding & fabrication

Blueprints & schematics

Troubleshooting

Reading technical drawings

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Welding equipment

Precision measuring tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Knight's Companies in Columbia, SC is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, efficient operation of ready-mix plants, precast equipment, and related structures. You will perform routine, preventive and corrective maintenance and troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Requirements include 2–4 years of experience with heavy process machinery, a high school diploma, and ability to read blueprints. Travel up to 50% may be required.