Plant Maintenance Technician: Preventive & Troubleshooting

Knife River - Northern California Aggregate; The Homestead (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Knife River - Northern California Aggregate is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment. You will work with Operations and the General Manager to plan and execute maintenance to keep plants safe and efficient.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and a year of related experience in a ready-mix/construction environment, with strong ability to follow instructions and collaborate with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in a construction/ready mix environment with increasing responsibilities including supervision of others.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record per Knife River Fleet policy.
• Forklift operating experience.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal/written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyors, and production machines.
• Locate problems by observing mechanical devices and using precision measuring instruments.
• Remove defective parts using hoists, cranes, and hand tools.
• Determine changes in dimensional requirements using calipers, micrometers, and measuring instruments.
• Adjust functional parts using hand tools.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness per procedures and regulations.
• Prepare maintenance reports by collecting and summarizing information.
• Document actions and communicate requirements to teams.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical understanding

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Loader operation

Job description

Knife River - Northern California Aggregate is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment. You will work with Operations and the General Manager to plan and execute maintenance to keep plants safe and efficient.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and a year of related experience in a ready-mix/construction environment, with strong ability to follow instructions and collaborate with