Equipment Tech - Aggregates

Arcosa Inc.; Merryville (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401k with Employer Match

11 paid Company holidays

Job summary

Arcosa Aggregates in Merryville, LA is seeking an Equipment Tech to perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and basic mechanical work on plant and mobile mining equipment. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a heavy industrial environment.

You will handle routine maintenance tasks, support equipment operators, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to keep operations productive and compliant with safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in mining equipment or heavy industry.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor conditions.
• Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance on production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of plant and mobile equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Support operators and maintain equipment safety.
• Maintain housekeeping and comply with safety rules.
• Participate in maintenance planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Safety awareness

Preventative maintenance

Mechanical knowledge

Welding

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking an Equipment Tech based out of our Eaves Loop mineMerryville, LA. This role is responsible for performing inspections, preventative maintenance, and general mechanical work to support the safe and reliable operation of plant and mobile equipment.

Day to Day

• Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition
• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations.
• Perform housekeeping around the plant or heavy mobile equipment in a mining environment
• Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance on production equipment and plant maintenance
• Mechanical knowledge of mining equipment including conveyors, screening plants, dredges, mobile equipment, etc. (preferred, not required)
• Additional skills and experience including welding, cutting, fabrication, etc (required)
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment and workplace inspections to maintain equipment performance
• Maintain strong communications with other plant employees and operators
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned

About You

• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance
• Positive, Team-based attitude
• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
• The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Min 2 years’ experience

Working Conditions

Responsibilities may require periods of work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty.

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.