Plant Maintenance / Ground Person 2nd shift

Heidelberg Materials North America; Derry (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k) match

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA/HRA/FSA

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America is seeking a mechanically minded individual to support the crushing and screening operations at our plant. The role involves preventive maintenance, observations of equipment, lubrication, bearing replacements, and basic repairs to crushers, screens, and conveyors, with the aim of keeping production running smoothly.

You will work 10-12 hour shifts, Monday through Friday 4pm-2am, with some Saturdays during the crushing season, outdoors in challenging

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize plant operations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.
• Lubricate bearings, change parts, or perform other routine crusher, screen and conveyor maintenance.
• Perform repair and maintenance involving inspection, disassembly, overhaul, assembly and adjustments of crushing and screening equipment.
• Start crushers, screens and conveyors to observe mechanical operation and detect problems.
• Maintain safe access of plant area from product spillage with shovels and hoses.
• Inspect or test failed machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs.
• Grease bearings in crushing plant according to specified procedures.
• Install and replace bearings, speed reducers, shafts, pulleys, idlers, rollers, motors, belts and belt clips etc.
• Make repairs to crushers, screens, mechanical feeders, and conveyors.
• Fill in as Haul Truck Operator as needed.
• Train to operate the production plant.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Outdoor work readiness

Stick welding (plus)

Heavy equipment operation

Tools

Loader operation

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

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to optimize plant operations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
• Lubricate bearings, change parts, or perform other routine crusher, screen and conveyor maintenance
• Perform repair and maintenance involving inspection, disassembly, overhaul, assembly and adjustments of crushing and screening equipment
• Start crushers, screens and conveyors to observe mechanical operation and detect problems
• Maintain safe access of plant area from product spillage with shovels and hoses
• Inspect or test failed machine parts, and mark defective areas or advise supervisors of repair needs
• Grease bearings in crushing plant according to specified procedures
• Install and replace bearings, speed reducers, shafts, pulleys, idlers, rollers, motors, belts and belt clips etc.
• Make repairs to crushers, screens, mechanical feeders, and conveyors
• Fill in as Haul Truck Operator as needed
• Train to operate the production plant

What Are We Looking For

• Available to work 10-12 hr shifts M-F 4pm-2am required and some Saturdays 1pm-9pm during crushing season.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work in various conditions and environments.
• Individual with a strong safety attitude interested in an outdoor work environment
• Stick welding and cutting torch experience a plus
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as a loader or other plant equipment

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
• FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.

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

• $24.50 per hour with an additional $1.00 per hour differential for second shift
• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus paid out in two installments (6 months and 1 year)
• 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

Req ID JR10019392

As part of our hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of candidate applications and interviews. These tools help streamline the initial assessment, but all decisions about candidate advancement are made by human recruiters and hiring managers. While technology supports early steps, every interview will be handled by experienced recruiters and hiring managers to provide a personal touch.