MECHANIC PLANT

CEMEX, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Wellness program

Job summary

Cemex US in Dothan, AL seeks a Plant Mechanic to support maintenance and repair tasks in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The role offers hands-on learning alongside experienced team members and a strong focus on safety and reliability.

You will perform hands-on maintenance, follow SOPs, and contribute to continuous improvement while upholding safety standards and collaborating with other plant personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical education preferred.
• 1–3 years of mechanical experience.
• Must have your own tools.

Responsibilities

• Safety: Follow CEMEX and OSHA rules, wear proper safety equipment.
• Performance: Maintain shop and plant cleanliness, follow SOPs, support complex tasks.
• Production: Ensure procedures are followed, contribute to plant reliability and ongoing maintenance.
• Other: Operate maintenance truck and, if equipped, boom lift; assist senior mechanics.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Own tools

Welding basics

Mechanical skills

OSHA/DOT knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational education preferred

Tools

Welding equipment

Torch cutting

Shop hoist

Forklift

Maintenance truck operation

Job description

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Job title: MECHANIC PLANT

Date: Sep 9, 2026

Location: Dothan, AL, US, 36303

Job Requisition ID: 62470

Company Overview

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.

Job Summary

Performs tasks alongside Plant Mechanics II or III to increase his/her learning process and knowledge of what types of repairs and preventative maintenance is being done in our job environment. Executes minor tasks/jobs on their own, in a safe manner.

Job Responsibilities

Safety:

• Always Adhere to all CEMEX and OSHA rules and regulations and wear proper safety equipment
• Promotes safety within assigned area and serves as an example
• Complete Safety Improvement Cards for assigned areas
• Participates in the cleanliness of the plant, restrooms, and offices
• Understands that nothing is more important than the safety of employees, contractors, and the public

Performance:

• Expected to meet clearly defined shop and plant guidelines of cleanliness and safety
• Hands on training of plant maintenance equipment such as torches, welder, grinder, shop hoist, forklift, manlift.
• Assist Plant Mechanic II and III in performing more complex task/jobs
• Understand standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Understands and adheres to all Zero Tolerance policies and procedures

Production:

• Ensures that procedures set in place are performed and actions are taken to correct any deficiencies
• Responsible for ongoing improvement of the assigned plant(s) and surrounding area(s)
• Assist in ongoing minor maintenance and visual evaluations.
• Confers to resolve problems, provide feedback, and may recommend solutions to improve performance.
• Maintains a professional and respectful atmosphere to attain plant maintenance level goals.
• Meet or exceed company safety standards.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned by management.
• Understand and be able to safely operate the maintenance truck and if equipped boom lift

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent / some technical, vocational or education preferred
• 1 – 3 years of mechanical experience preferred
• Must have your own tools

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations
• Basic welding and torch cutting skills
• Basic mechanical skills

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work all hours – including nights and weekends
• Continuous exposure to extreme heat, extreme cold, extreme noise, and working outdoors
• You must wear protective equipment while at the location

Physical Requirements

• Requires walking, sitting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and climbing to a significant degree
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to communicate with employees/ visitors as well as function safely around heavy rolling equipment
• Must be able to perform all job functions which include, but may not be limited to, pushing, turning and/or pulling of controls

Legal Notices

CEMEX is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

CEMEX will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state and federal laws.

CEMEX is an E-Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act. CEMEX complies with the State of Arizona’s Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on CEMEX property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by CEMEX.

CEMEX offers both competitive pay and benefits. Benefits applicable to this position may include, but are not limited to:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• a comprehensive wellness program to help keep employees and their families healthy and well

You can learn more about CEMEX Benefits by visiting the CEMEX USA Benefits and Well-Being page. (https://www.cemexusa.com/careers/life-at-cemex/benefits-well-being).