Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic – Industrial Plant

CEMEX, Inc.; Demopolis (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cemex US in Demopolis, AL, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic/Journeyman to maintain and repair industrial equipment, perform welding and fabrication, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems to keep plant operations safe and efficient.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, MSHA certification or plans to obtain, 3–6 years of relevant experience, the ability to read technical manuals, work with hand and power tools, and collaborate with a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; MSHA certification required (or obtainable within a reasonable time).
• 3 to 6 years of mechanical, welding, or maintenance experience in an industrial setting.
• Ability to use hand and power tools, welding equipment, and read technical manuals; strong communication skills; bilingual Spanish a plus.
• Preferred: Associate degree or trade certification, military experience, or journeyman credentials.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety regulations and wear proper PPE to maintain a safe work environment.
• Maintain, repair, and rebuild industrial equipment; perform inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Carry out welding and fabrication, pipefitting, and millwright tasks as required.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical problems to ensure uptime.
• Replace bearings, align machinery, inspect power transmission systems, and repair electrical components.
• Keep work areas clean and report hazardous conditions.
• Mentor junior staff and complete inspections, work orders, and maintenance reports.
• Respond to emergency repairs and participate in major overhaul outages as needed.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding

Reading manuals

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

MSHA certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Cemex US in Demopolis, AL, is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic/Journeyman to maintain and repair industrial equipment, perform welding and fabrication, and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems to keep plant operations safe and efficient.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, MSHA certification or plans to obtain, 3–6 years of relevant experience, the ability to read technical manuals, work with hand and power tools, and collaborate with a team.