Lead Plant Maintenance Technician & Mentor

Vulcan Materials Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Master Plant Technician to coach, troubleshoot, tear down and rebuild plant equipment on-site, using welding and cutting to maintain machinery and ensure reliability and efficiency.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, MSHA/OSHA awareness, and ability to train peers; responsibilities include inspections, PMs, component replacement, and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship preferred.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in operations, preferably within the aggregate industry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, lubricate moving parts, and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to prevent component failures.
• Troubleshoot and replace basic mechanical components, including conveyor belts, idlers, pulleys, and water pumps.
• Perform structural repairs, hard facing, and replace heavy wear-parts (such as crusher liners and shaker screens) using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment.
• Strictly adhere to MSHA and OSHA regulations, execute Lockout/Tagout protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.
• Observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation to identify anomalies and perform minor adjustments.
• Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Coaching others

Troubleshooting

Welding

Cutting

Preventive maintenance

Education

Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Power/hand tools

Cutting torches

Job description

Vulcan Materials Company in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Master Plant Technician to coach, troubleshoot, tear down and rebuild plant equipment on-site, using welding and cutting to maintain machinery and ensure reliability and efficiency.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, MSHA/OSHA awareness, and ability to train peers; responsibilities include inspections, PMs, component replacement, and record-keeping.