Plant Maintenance/Welder - Norfolk, NE

Lyman-Richey Corporation; Norfolk (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to ensure the smooth operation of batch plant equipment. This role involves performing maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting, requiring expertise in hydraulic and pneumatic systems, welding, and general plant maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial maintenance and be ready to tackle challenges in a dynamic work environment. Join a company that values growth and offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical and retirement programs, while working in a collaborative atmosphere that fosters professional development.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Inclusive culture for growth and development

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Must be able to attain various equipment certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, installation, and repair of batch plant equipment.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programs to service plant equipment.

Skills

Industrial Plant Maintenance

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Welding

Troubleshooting

Education

Associates Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology

Certification in Crane Operation

CDL Class A or B

Job description

Job ID: 509546

Founded 150 years ago by a Civil War veteran and pioneer, Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc., A CRH Company, is a major regional supplier of concrete and building materials with 15 locations across Nebraska and Iowa, serving areas in central and northeastern Nebraska, southeastern South Dakota, and western Iowa.

Position Overview

Responsible for performing maintenance, installation, repair and troubleshooting work involving batch plant equipment and facilities. Ideal candidate will have industrial plant maintenance experience, hydrolic / pneumatic experience, welding, basic troubleshooting of equipment.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Communicates with Maintenance Manager on issues affecting equipment maintenance, personnel, and safety
• Maintains and reports to Maintenance Manager with weekly project list
• Participate in a preventative maintenance program to service plant equipment and facilities
• Receives written work orders or verbal instructions from supervisor
• Maintains project schedules and coordinates own daily work load
• Works with Plant Managers to establish timing of scheduled production plant maintenance according to factors such as production schedules, personnel for assistance, and availability of parts and equipment required for the repair
• Works with Quality Control Manager and Plant Managers to schedule and perform annual plant and equipment certifications
• Works with and Maintenance Manager to schedule maintenance personnel update training and certifications
• Works with Safety Department to correct safety and maintenance deficiencies
• Ensures that equipment and facilities are in compliance with LRC, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Assists with scale calibrations at ready mix production plants
• Attends seminars related to employee and customer relation, proper equipment operation and maintenance, and product training updates.
• Upon approval from Maintenance Manager and Operations Manager, attends associated industry meetings.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• Associates degree in Electrical/Mechanical Technology, Maintenance/Project Management, or equivalent of two years related experience.
• Must be able to attain Crane Operator, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, Loader, and Forklift Certifications.
• Must have experience with various types of welding processes.
• Experience in troubleshooting hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Class A or B CDL preferred. Will required to obtain a Class A within one year of hire date, will help with training

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to manipulate or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Depending on site location, the noise level in the work environment can range from moderate to loud. Hearing protection will be necessary in loud environments.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Gerhold Concrete Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.