Lead Plant Maintenance Mechanic - Ready-Mix Concrete Plant

Heidelberg Materials North America; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a maintenance professional to lead and manage maintenance across multiple ready mix plant locations in the United States. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain plant equipment, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and coordinate preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safety, quality workmanship, and collaboration with plant and operations teams to drive reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot and repair industrial plant equipment and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance activities across multiple ready mix plant locations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues on plant equipment and systems.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and prioritize repairs to minimize downtime.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on ready mix concrete trucks as needed.
• Partner with plant and operations teams to drive equipment reliability, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job description

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead maintenance activities across multiple ready mix plant locations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical issues on plant equipment and systems.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and prioritize repairs to minimize downtime.
• Perform maintenance and repair work on ready mix concrete trucks as needed.
• Partner with plant and operations teams to drive equipment reliability, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What Are We Looking For

• Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and repairing industrial plant equipment and heavy‑duty vehicles.
• Ability to lead maintenance activities, coordinate work priorities, and support team performance across multiple locations.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and preventative maintenance best practices.
• Effective communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and maintain a valid driver's license.

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

• $37.00 per hour
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
• Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
• Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• AD&D, Short- and Long‑Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.