Maintenance Technician I

Ash Grove Cement Company; Montana City (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to join our team in a plant environment. You will perform routine maintenance, inspect and repair plant equipment, and support major projects as needed.

We value safety, require a high school diploma, and offer a full benefits package including health, dental, vision, pension, PTO and tuition assistance. Training and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels and instructions.
• Prior maintenance experience in plant/MRO environment preferred.
• Experience with rigging and basic millwright practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow plant safety guidelines and perform routine maintenance inspections.
• Repair and maintain plant equipment such as pumps and rotating equipment.
• Install new equipment and assist with major maintenance projects.
• Coordinate with electricians and other departments for cross-functional work.
• Operate shop tools and safe rigging practices during maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Reading/writing safety labels

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Hydraulic press

Hydraulic iron worker

Welding equipment

Job description

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

Position: Maintenance Technician I

Reports to: Maintenance Superintendent

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 2:30pm (Subject to change)

Pay: $40.52 per hour; this is a collective bargaining position

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

What you'll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Independently perform routine maintenance inspections, basic fabrication, mechanical troubleshooting, and repairs on plant equipment (e.g., pumps, bulk transport equipment, and rotating equipment).
• Repair and maintain all existing mechanical equipment and facilities. Ensure all repaired equipment is properly lubricated.
• Install or assist with the installation of new plant equipment and facilities, including major maintenance and capital projects.
• Inspect equipment and identify defects; determine appropriate timing for repairs to reduce failure risk; make necessary adjustments; and report repair work and inspection findings requiring follow-up to the supervisor.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and apply working knowledge of plant mechanical systems.
• Inspects plant equipment, makes necessary adjustments, and reports all conditions requiring further attention to the supervisor.
• Obtain rigging and signal certification.
• Safely operate shop equipment to fabricate parts and repair plant equipment.
• Clean and maintain shop equipment, tools, and the work area upon job completion.
• Coordinate with electricians and other departments to complete work requiring cross-functional support.
• Operate plant and mobile equipment as needed to complete routine and non-routine maintenance work.
• Participates in the Plant's Safety Program, follows all safety rules, ensures all work is completed in compliance with plant safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, company policies, and conducts repair work using safe rigging and work practices.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• A high school diploma or equivalent

• Ability and skill in performing duties associated with the following functions: rigging practices used when lifting equipment with overhead hoists and cranes; proper millwright practices of setting, leveling and coupling equipment; shop fabrication of guards, ducts and machinery basics; proper plumbing practices used when running water, gas and air lines; and basic carpentry practices.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate hand tools, power tools, cutting and welding equipment, hand saw, chop saw, drill press, bench grinders, hydraulic iron worker, hydraulic press, forklifts, hyster carry crane, trucks, rigging for cranes, and overhead hoists.
• Work requires walking over rough surfaces; climbing stairs and ladders; bending; pulling; pushing; lifting heavy repair parts and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds; using a sledgehammer and large wrenches; working in awkward positions and in confined spaces.
• These knowledge, skills, and abilities are acquired through holding a previous maintenance man bid job, completion of the Ash Grove maintenance training program, or having equivalent experience and training outside of Ash Grove. Prior work history and experience must be documented and verifiable.

What to expect in a cement environment:

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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