Crusher Plant Maintenance Operator

Peckham Industries, Inc; Shaftsbury (VT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Industries, Inc. in Vermont is seeking a Crusher Plant Maintenance Operator to keep crushing, screening, conveying, and related equipment running safely and efficiently.

You will monitor performance, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and help keep production on schedule while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Operate, inspect, and maintain crushing, screening, conveying, and related plant equipment per safety procedures.
• Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, adjustments, servicing, and component replacement to maximize reliability.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and operational problems and complete repairs to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain plant equipment to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Monitor material flow and equipment condition to identify issues and take corrective action.
• Support scheduled shutdowns, major repairs, and maintenance projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation and operating records.

Skills

Safety procedures

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Equipment maintenance

Operations monitoring

Communication

Job description

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our “ family by choice ” ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the company’s construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position Description

Job Summary

The Crusher Plant Maintenance Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of crushing, screening, conveying, and related aggregate processing equipment. The position monitors plant performance and material flow, performs preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoots equipment issues, and supports reliable production while maintaining safe and orderly plant conditions.

Essential Functions

• Safety Always Wins. Operate, inspect, and maintain crushing, screening, conveying, and related plant equipment in accordance with established safety procedures, including required lockout/tagout and equipment isolation practices.
• Ownership and Caring. Monitor plant operation, material flow, and equipment condition to identify issues and take corrective action that maintains safe, efficient, and reliable production.
• Mastery. Perform preventive maintenance, lubrication, adjustments, servicing, welding, fabrication, and component replacement on crushers, screens, conveyors, bearings, motors, drives, and related plant equipment to maximize reliability and service life.
• Determined. Troubleshoot mechanical and operational problems and complete repairs necessary to minimize downtime and return equipment to safe operating condition.
• Protect Family and Friends. Inspect guards, walkways, platforms, emergency stops, and other safety-critical plant components and promptly correct or report unsafe or defective conditions.
• Efficiency. Start, stop, adjust, and monitor plant equipment to maintain consistent material processing while minimizing downtime, material spillage, and unnecessary equipment wear.
• Compulsive Tinkering. Identify equipment deficiencies and opportunities to improve plant reliability, maintainability, and performance, and assist with plant modifications and maintenance projects.
• Communicate. Coordinate equipment status, production conditions, maintenance needs, and operational concerns with supervisors, operators, maintenance personnel, and other employees.
• Integrity. Complete required equipment inspections, maintenance documentation, and operating records accurately and promptly report equipment damage, defects, or unsafe conditions.
• Respect and Engage. Maintain plant work areas, tools, access points, and equipment in an orderly condition, including removal of material buildup and spillage necessary for safe access and reliable operation.
• Committed to Serve. Support scheduled shutdowns, major repairs, equipment changes, and other plant operating or maintenance activities based on production and business needs.

Position Requirements

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The actual rate or salary offered will be determined based on job-related factors, including relevant experience, education, qualifications, skills, and other legitimate business considerations, consistent with applicable law and the Company’s compensation practices.

Travel

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to work locations throughout the company based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This position works primarily outdoors and within an active aggregate processing environment with exposure to moving equipment, elevated noise, dust, vibration, uneven surfaces, heights, and varying weather and temperatures. Work requires frequent standing and walking; climbing stairs, ladders, and plant structures; bending, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and repetitive hand use. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and handle heavier components with appropriate assistance or lifting equipment. Work may require accessing elevated or restricted equipment areas and performing maintenance in awkward positions. Appropriate PPE is required.

Values

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate offices, plants, quarries, or paving operations. We share a common set of values - safety, integrity, dedication, and efficiency which are embedded in how we show up every day. Ours is a culture where we protect family and friends, our word is our bond, we are committed to serve and results matter. Our values are the foundation of our growth, and we believe will pave the way for future success.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Peckham Industries, Inc. (PII) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and AffirMative Action employer. It is our policy to provide EEO to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law, if you have a disability and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Peckham, please contact [e-mail].