Plant Maintenance Tech

Dolese Bros Co; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolese Bros Co is seeking a maintenance tech to perform general repairs and preventive maintenance on plant equipment. The role emphasizes safety, efficient operation, and teamwork across shifts.

You will work on conveyors, screen units, crushers and vibrating feeders, assist welders, and complete required paperwork while maintaining a tidy work environment and safe outside conditions.

Qualifications

• Follow safety rules and MSHA regulations.
• Perform general repairs on all company equipment in a safe, efficient manner.
• Maintain conveyors, screen units, crushers, vibrating feeders and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections; complete paperwork accurately.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and environmental rules and procedures.
• Operate mobile equipment safely and efficiently.
• Repair and maintain company equipment including conveyors and crushers.
• Assist welders and with special projects as needed.
• Maintain neat shop and work areas; keep accurate records.

Skills

Safety program implementation

Plant maintenance

Team environment

Communication skills

Welding skills

Automation software knowledge

Conveyor belt maintenance

Heavy labor readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support. Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing.

Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver. Dolese Delivers: Stable Foundation Treat with Respect Safe Environments Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY

The primary functions of the maintenance tech include but are not limited to ensuring quality plant maintenance by performing general repairs on all company equipment in a safe, efficient and productive manner.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow all safety and environmental rules, regulations and procedures as set forth by company policies and MSHA.
• Follow all company policies and local, state and federal regulations for safe working procedures.
• Operate mobile equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform general maintenance and repair on all company equipment to include but not limited to conveyors, screen units, crushers and vibrating feeders.
• Perform preventive maintenance as needed on all company equipment to include but not limited to conveyors, screen units, crushers and vibrating feeders.
• Perform workplace exams, pre-shift inspections and post-shift inspections as needed.
• Repair and/or clean equipment as needed.
• Assisting welders as needed.
• Assisting with special projects as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining a neat and professional appearance of self, shop and work areas.
• Comprehend and complete all needed paperwork in a timely and accurate manner.
• Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location.
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Possess a safe work history.
• Have a positive attitude and proactive approach to our safety program.
• Plant maintenance mechanic – knowledge and ability to properly perform basic plant maintenance to include but not limited to splicing conveyor belt, tracking conveyor belt, replacing conveyor idlers, pulleys and bearings, replacing V-belts, and replacing screen media.
• Plant oiler – Knowledge and ability to properly perform basic plant preventive maintenance to include but not limited to proper greasing techniques, amounts and schedules, installing, repairing or replacing grease lines, oil changes in speed reducers, crushers, feeders and screen units, and proper oil sampling techniques.
• Welding skills preferred.
• Knowledge of automation software and diagnostics preferred.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Good safety, behavior and attendance record.
• The selected candidate will be required to work collectively in a team environment with other co-workers and managers.
• Excellent verbal, written and comprehension communication skills.
• Willingness to do other work as needed, including heavy labor.
• Willingness to work outside in all weather extremes.
• Willingness and ability to work a flexible schedule, including swing shift, graveyard shift, over time and weekends as required.
• Ability to work near, around or on light or heavy equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 75 lbs occasionally and 50 lbs frequently.
• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects.
• Ability to use vibration producing tools frequently.
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat and tolerate prolonged standing/walking/sitting.
• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces.

EEO Statement

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.

Discover all that is possible for your career. Join Dolese Bros. Co, one of the oldest and largest employers in our region. To maintain our leadership position in the industry, we hire individuals with a wide range of experience and skills. Dolese currently has over 1,000 employees, many of whom have worked with the company for many years. In fact, several of our employees have retired with more than 30 years of service with the company. The company's longevity and stability are directly attributable to the quality of its people.