Plant Mechanic

Colas USA; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Plant Mechanic to join their team in California. This role involves working independently on maintenance and repair tasks within an aggregate plant, ensuring the smooth operation of machinery and equipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in welding and mechanical repair, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently. This position offers competitive pay and a supportive work environment focused on safety and professional growth. If you are passionate about machinery and enjoy hands-on work, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Outstanding Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Professional Education

Extensive Training

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role or industry preferred.
• Knowledge of welding materials and properties is essential.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair issues within the aggregate plant independently.
• Perform routine maintenance and extensive repairs as needed.

Skills

Welding

Mechanical Repair

Hydraulic Systems

Tool Usage

Tools

Welding Equipment

Hand Tools

Job description

United Rock Products is one of the companies that operates within Sully-Miller Contracting Co., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Southern California. We are part of Sully-Miller Companies consisting of Sully-Miller Contracting Co., Blue Diamond Materials and United Rock Products. Each company supports the other. United Rock provides the aggregate, Blue Diamond Materials provides the hot and warm mix asphalt manufacturing, and Sully-Miller Contracting executes the projects. Mining of construction aggregates at United Rock Products in the San Gabriel Valley has taken place since 1916. Our top-rated 300-acre site is located in Irwindale, California, just 25 miles east of Los Angeles. Virgin aggregate material is processed into sand and gravel through cutting-edge crushing and screening operations. To learn more about United Rock Products visit www.unitedrock.com.

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

United Rock Products, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.

Compensation

$41.03 per hour

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Foreman and/or Site Manager, the Plant Mechanic is responsible to work independently on all maintenance and repair tasks within the aggregate plant.

Main Responsibilities

• Examines and diagnoses problems, and repairs according to generally accepted methods. Discusses extensive or difficult in-depth repairs with Foreman and/or Site Manager.
• Performs routine scheduled maintenance as outlined by the Foreman and/or the Site Manager.
• Removes components for repair or replacement such as, but not limited to; motors, gearboxes, pulleys, bearings, rollers, conveyor belts, v-belts, pumps, screens, crushers etc.
• Disassembles components, inspects parts for wear, and determines cause of failure.
• Troubleshoots and repairs hydraulic systems and components.
• Inspects and replaces parts such as crusher liners, screen media, etc.
• Overhauls or rebuilds serviceable components.
• Performs major welding and cutting -- must pass a welding/cutting test (certification strongly preferred).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

• 5 years minimum experience or similar industry experience preferred.
• Must have knowledge of welding material, welding properties, and various types of metals.
• Must have welding experience.
• Must be able to perform bracing, welding, arc-welding and cutting tasks.
• Must know how to use tools required for the job.
• Must be able to change crusher liners without guidance of the Foreman and/or Site Manager.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, lift, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, reach, balance, crawl, and climb.
• Good vision (naturally or with correction).
• Able to lift 50 pounds on a routine basis.
• Able to work in wet and dry conditions and extreme heat and cold.
• Work in an environment that may include mechanical parts, airborne particles and moderate to loud noises requiring the consistent use of proper PPE.
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

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