Plant Maintenance Laborer

Cemex US; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cemex US in Perry, GA is seeking a reliable Laborer / Serviceman to support maintenance and production at the plant. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, hands-on work, cleanup, and operational support to keep our operations running smoothly and safely.

Daily tasks include trenching, digging, backfilling, painting, lubrication, and basic form building. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 4 years of general plant experience (6 years if coming from outside Cemex).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Four years of general plant experience or six years of cement plant experience if joining from outside the company.
• Proficiency in control systems and computer applications; strong communication; mechanical aptitude; ability to read diagrams; math for production measurements; strong decision-making and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety rules, wear PPE, and report equipment or safety concerns.
• Physical Tasks: Perform trenching, digging, backfilling, shoveling, sweeping, and cleanup work.
• Facility Support: Assist with maintenance work, concrete form building, painting, and general housekeeping.
• Equipment Maintenance: Lubricate and oil equipment; support maintenance teams and respond to callouts.
• Training & Participation: Attend meetings and training sessions. Support other classifications and plant outage work.
• Additional Duties: Complete any tasks assigned by management to support plant operations.

Skills

Control systems proficiency

Computer applications

Strong communication

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to read diagrams

Mathematical production calculations

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Cemex US in Perry, GA is seeking a reliable Laborer / Serviceman to support maintenance and production at the plant. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, hands-on work, cleanup, and operational support to keep our operations running smoothly and safely.

Daily tasks include trenching, digging, backfilling, painting, lubrication, and basic form building. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 4 years of general plant experience (6 years if coming from outside Cemex).