Industrial Equipment Mechanic

CTI Technologies, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Concrete Technologies, Inc. (CTI) is seeking a self-motivated Portable Concrete Plant Mechanic to install, maintain, and repair portable batch plants. You will troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems and perform minor welding and fabrication.

The role involves setting up plants at new job sites, conducting preventative maintenance, and minimizing downtime through on-site repairs while adhering to CTI safety policies and OSHA regulations.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of heavy equipment maintenance experience.
• High School diploma required; technical schooling preferred.
• CDL w/Air Brakes preferred.
• Insurable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must pass physical.
• Able to diagnose hydraulic components on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on conveyors, motors, and pumps.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Welding/fabrication to repair structural parts and conveyors.
• Setup/teardown portable plant components at job sites.
• Operate support equipment during maintenance tasks.
• Uphold CTI safety protocols and OSHA regulations.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Millwright operations

Troubleshooting

Welding

Electrical knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Technical school

Tools

Cutting torches

Welding equipment

Conveyors/motors

Job description

CTI is Building A Better Future For Our Customers, Our People and Our Communities!

SUMMARY

Concrete Technologies, Inc. (CTI) is looking for a self-motivated and experienced Portable Concrete Plant Mechanic. This individual will beresponsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of the portable concrete batch plants. They troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, perform welding and fabrication (minor), and ensure safety compliance. This role involves setting up plants at new job sites, conducting preventative maintenance (greasing, changing filters, etc.), and minimizing downtime through swift, on-site repairs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance such as oiling, greasing, and changing filters on conveyors, motors, mixers, and air compressors.
• Repairs & Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on plant equipment.
• Welding & Fabrication: Use cutting torches and welding equipment to repair structural parts and conveyor systems.
• Setup/Teardown: Efficiently dismantle/deconstruct, move, and erect portable plant components at various job sites.
• Equipment Operation: Operate support equipment like forklifts, skid steers, manlifts and/or front-end loaders during maintenance tasks.
• Safety Compliance:Adhere to and enforce all safety protocols and procedures, including wearing appropriate PPE, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and using excellent safety practices while visiting job sites, per CTI policies and OSHA, Federal, and State laws and regulations.
• Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2-5+years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and/or millwright operations, preferably in a concrete or construction environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent required, plus two years technical school preferred.
• Class B CDL w/Air Brakes endorsement, preferred.
• Insurable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Must pass post conditional offer of employment physical.
• Able to diagnose, repair, and adjust hydraulic components on heavy equipment.
• Welding (MIG or Stick) and electrical knowledge associated with heavy equipment.
• Able to maintain a high level of work quality.
• Excellent time management skills. Work well under time constraints and respond positively to change.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Professional, friendly, possesses a positive attitude, self-motivated, and proactive.

About Us:

In 2001, Concrete Technologies, Inc. ("CTI") opened for business with four employees and a focus on commercial foundations, floors, and parking lots. Since then, CTI has grown to over 250 employees and added mainline paving to its service line. Initially focused on Central Iowa, CTI has successfully completed projects throughout Iowa and the Midwest. Together with CTI Ready Mix and CTI Recycling, the CTI companies bring the resources to provide a diverse range of concrete construction services and ready mix designs.

Concrete Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

All candidates who have received a written offer of employment will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances in accordance with Company policy and a background check.