Maintenance Mechanic (3rd Shift)

Silvi Group; Town of Ramapo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Sand Plant Maintenance Mechanic to join their dynamic team. In this essential role, you will ensure the smooth operation of sand mine equipment, utilizing your mechanical expertise and hands-on skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a company that values individual contributions while providing industry-leading benefits, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. If you are passionate about machinery and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and thrive in your career.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Pension

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Overtime Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Maintenance Mechanic or similar role.
• Valid Driver's License and technical school education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Inspect and troubleshoot mechanical issues to ensure operational efficiency.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules and keep work area safe.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Mechanical Maintenance

Welding (Mig and Stick)

Electrical Systems Knowledge

Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems

Fabrication

Inspection and Troubleshooting

Education

Technical School Education

Tools

Oxygen and Acetylene Torch

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Overview

Title of Position: Sand Plant Maintenance Mechanic Location: West Creek, NJ

Shift: 3rd Shift (9:00 pm-5:30 am)

Industry Leading Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Overtime as needed.

Grow with us! Silvi Materials has been working on expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 13 companies employing over 700 employees at 24 locations across New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania. Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success. We value the fresh ideas and perspective of each new team member.

What does Silvi Materials offer you, you may ask?

• Phenomenal Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Prescription, Vacation, Paid Holidays and so much more!
• Your future in mind: With 401(k) (at select locations) and/or pension options. We want all employees to build for a great retirement!
• Growth at Silvi Materials: We offer each employee the opportunity to move into any facet of our complex business. Our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect springboard to help you get there!

So what does a Sand Plant Maintenance Mechanic do? You’ll be an integral part of our sand mine operations!

• Heavy Equipment experience, especially wheel loaders.
• Experience loading trucks.
• Dredge operation a plus.
• Mechanically inclined with industrial maintenance experience.
• Fabrication experience.
• Conveyor maintenance experience.
• Welding experience; Mig and Stick.
• Oxygen and Acetylene torch experience.
• Electrical experience with 24V and 480V systems preferred.
• Hydraulic/pneumatic system experience; rebuilding/repairing pumps is a plus.
• Inspects and determines the nature of difficulties and malfunctioning and takes necessary action to restore equipment to good operating order.
• Evaluate equipment failures for root cause, communicate findings, make suggestions for equipment improvements, and be able to install modifications as directed.
• Performs daily rounds checklist on operating equipment observing machine in operation and listening to sounds to detect unusual operation.
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules and procedures, recording all pertinent information.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs on compressors, generators, fans and motors, pumps, gearboxes, mixers, blowers, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and maintenance equipment.
• Lubricating, cleaning and servicing equipment.
• Keeps work area clean and in a safe condition.
• Obtains, stores, records, safeguards and properly uses equipment, materials and supplies.
• Completes work assignments in the allotted time frame.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic at a similar position or a position with transferable skills to quarry equipment.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Education from a technical school in a related field preferred (welding, electrical, maintenance etc.).
• Welding experience required, particularly in mig, stick, and overhead.
• Quarry/mining experience a plus but not required.
• Dredge experience a plus but not required.
• Possess a working knowledge of Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of the common reasons for mechanical failure and the steps necessary to correct malfunctioning on different types of motors/machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, using diagram schematics and parts manual.
• Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, i.e. OSHA, MSHA, as they apply to the operation a plus but not required.
• Must possess an even temperament to work under pressure to prevent costly delays in production that can result from machinery breakdown.
• Must have willingness to put in extra hours of work when necessary.
• Ability to work independently.
• Possesses a sense of urgency and ownership to complete assignments/projects through to completion.
• Ability to respond with flexibility and efficiency to frequent changes in task focus, competing priorities, and multiple deadlines.

Physical Requirements

• Lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds on occasion.
• Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist or crawl.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.

Silvi Materials does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.