Plant Mechanic

Raptor Materials LLC; Platteville (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health and wellness programs

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Raptor Materials LLC seeks a Plant Mechanic for our aggregate operation. You will perform mechanical and electrical maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and execute repairs to maximize plant uptime.

The role involves fabrication, welding, and assisting with major repairs while following MSHA safety guidelines. A part-time or full-time scheduling note is not indicated beyond straightforward day shifts.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance in an aggregate or quarry environment.
• High School diploma or better; trade/technical certs are a plus.
• Trade or technical certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical and electrical maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of plant equipment.
• Fabricates, welds, and cuts to maintain equipment reliability.
• Dismantles and reassembles complex machinery and mine equipment.
• Leads repairs and supports continuous improvement efforts as needed.
• Adheres to MSHA guidelines and maintains safe work practices.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Fabrication/welding

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or better

Trade/technical certification (asset)

Tools

Thermograph

Vibration analysis

Ultrasound testing

Oil analysis

Job description

Our manufactured products are 100% US-produced. Our focus is on providing unparalleled service to both large and small customers. We take safety and environmental stewardship very seriously and have a growing team of hard working, passionate and energetic people to provide products to our customers. To learn more about Eagle Materials please check out our web site at www.eaglematerials.com

Department: Aggregate

Job Title: Plant Mechanic

Work Schedule: Day shift, flexible hours. Overtime as required.

Full or Part Time: Full time only

Reports to: Operations Manager

Objectives

To work as part of a team to ensure the uninterrupted operations of the aggregate plant mine in order to maximize operational efficiency in an environment of continuous training and improvement; to maintain, troubleshoot and repair plant and mine mechanical, equipment in accordance with plant and mine operating, MSHA guidelines.

Essential Functions

• Performs work in the areas of mechanical maintenance, mine equipment repair, and/or electrical maintenance.
• Fabrication, assembling, welding, and cutting using sound maintenance practices designed to maintain high equipment reliability.
• Dismantles, repairs, and reassembles complex mechanical, mobile, mine and electrical equipment.
• Serve as a member of the Continuous Improvement Group to resolve daily maintenance and electrical difficulties.
• Performs proactive/predictive maintenance through the use of advanced tools (thermograph, vibration, ultrasound, oil analysis, etc.)

Specific Accountabilities

• Troubleshot potential concerns are required to achieve and maintain maximum productivity.
• Report maintenance problems to the appropriate supervisor, coordinator or engineer for action and/or participate in corrective actions if appropriate.
• Keep up to date on all maintenance and safety procedural changes and be instrumental in developing new procedures as required.
• Make preventive/proactive inspections and document findings as determined by the maintenance coordinator and continuous improvement groups.
• Primary support and leadership in major repairs to facilitate plant operations.
• Perform necessary tasks to ensure good housekeeping for safe and efficient operation.
• Fill out and follow up on work orders and assist, when necessary, in locating and issuing materials.
• Safety operates mobile equipment as required to complete assigned tasks.
• Identify, report, and assist in resolution of safety and environmental concerns and work practices that may affect the Health & Safety of employees or other parties.
• Work with little or no supervision and in harmony with co-workers.
• Write and/or contribute to daily reports and other reports about special projects or incidents as well as using computers for entering work orders, etc.
• Perform the duties of crew leader when called upon.
• Perform any and all other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

The above job description has been designed to provide general guidelines for the identification of tasks, duties, and qualifications for the titled position and/or its successors. The description is not all inclusive of the duties that are performed by the incumbent, and the incumbent may be assigned to duties other than those listed in this document as the work environment and essential functions of the job change.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation
• Related experience in mechanical/electrical maintenance repair, shift repair or quarry equipment repair. Trade or technical certification is an asset.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stop kneeling, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee will frequently be required to walk on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to fifty pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places, airborne particles, confined space, outside weather conditions, low lighting, artificial lighting. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, proximity to electrical equipment, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and occasionally loud.

Benefits Offered on Your First Day!

• Medical
• Health Advocate Service
• Vision
• FSA Medical & Dependent Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Incentive Bonus Program
• Life and AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)

EEO Statement

Raptor Materials provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

About The Salary Ranges

Please note that the salary range mentioned in this job description should serve simply as a guide. The final compensation offered may vary based on a variety of factors, including bonuses and/or incentives, or a candidate’s experience, skills, and location. Our company is committed to providing a fair, equitable, and competitive package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Required

2-4 years:

Experience in an aggregate gravel pit and supervisor employees

Equal Opportunity Employer

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