Plant Maintenance Technician - Mining Equipment

CalPortland; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

CalPortland is seeking a Plant Maintenance professional in Oxnard, CA to perform safety and mechanical inspections of plant equipment, repair tasks, and routine maintenance. The role requires use of hand tools, welding, and willingness to work irregular/extended hours including weekends.

This on-site position involves outdoor work and adherence to MSHA rules. Applicants should have a High School Diploma/GED and familiarity with aggregates, crushers, conveyors, hoppers, and track-mounted

Qualifications

• Familiarity with aggregates and construction materials – sand, gravel, crushed rock, etc.
• Mining experience or other experiences including welding, fabricating, belt splicing, and/or familiarity working around crushers, screens, sand screws, etc.
• Knowledge of various aggregate plant equipment including hoppers, feeders, conveyors, screens, crushers, and track mounted screens and crushers
• Familiarity with mine site safety rules and regulations
• Ability to use various hand tools and equipment as necessary
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, rain) for shifts up to 12 hours in length
• Able to lift 50 pounds frequently, up to 100 pounds occasionally, climb stairs/ladders, and walk on uneven or rough terrain
• Punctual and reliable, with adequate means of transportation to arrive at work when scheduled

Responsibilities

• Perform safety/mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment
• Address housekeeping issues within the work area
• Proper use of company provided and/or own tools to complete repair and maintenance tasks
• Able to use welder and cutting torches to repair and maintain plant equipment
• Understand all CalPortland policies and procedures
• Understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must
• Able to work irregular and extended hours and weekends to complete maintenance, repairs within the facility
• Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) always

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Use of hand tools

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Welding

Fabricating

Belt splicing

Crushers maintenance

Conveyors maintenance

Job description

CalPortland is seeking a Plant Maintenance professional in Oxnard, CA to perform safety and mechanical inspections of plant equipment, repair tasks, and routine maintenance. The role requires use of hand tools, welding, and willingness to work irregular/extended hours including weekends.

This on-site position involves outdoor work and adherence to MSHA rules. Applicants should have a High School Diploma/GED and familiarity with aggregates, crushers, conveyors, hoppers, and track-mounted