Plant Technician: Concrete Equipment Maintenance Pro

Joplin Concrete Company; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Life insurance (company paid)

Voluntary life insurance

401k with match

Paid vacation & holidays

Employee assistance program

Educational assistance program

Job summary

Joplin Concrete is seeking a full-time Plant Technician to service, repair, and maintain our concrete plants and related equipment. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance and fabrication, with growth opportunities within the operations team.

The ideal candidate has experience with plant equipment, basic fabrication, and working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and pneumatic systems. Starting pay is $20–$26 per hour, with occasional overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience maintaining and repairing concrete plant equipment.
• Basic fabrication skills and knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to work at heights and use ladders, scaffolding, and bucket trucks.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair activities on plants and related production equipment; may occasionally assist in plant repairs at other Monarch ready-mix companies. (SS)
• Diagnose and service the various mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems found in Company-owned equipment. (SS)
• Fabricate, modify, or install equipment or parts as needed to repair equipment, including gas and electric welding. (SS)
• Perform routine maintenance checks and adjustments on fluid levels, hoses, belts, dust collection systems, and other motor-driven equipment.
• Perform electrical repairs as needed, including fuses, batteries, lights, instruments, warning devices, controls, switches, modules, alternators, starters, defective cables, and wiring. (SS)
• Maintain service logs and records of maintenance and repairs; enter repair information into reports or software as needed.
• Assist with compliance with state and federal air and water permitting requirements and all Company policies and regulations.
• Conduct monthly dust collection inspections in accordance with Joplin Concrete program standards.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Joplin Concrete safety programs for working on silos. (SS)
• Organize repair work and determine task priorities within assignments from the supervisor; communicate with other mechanics about repair work needed.
• Report repair needs identified during pre-trip and post-trip inspections to management.
• Assist in yard operations by helping lift materials and operating equipment, including a forklift. (SS)
• Occasionally drive a ready-mix truck as needed. (SS)
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and in good working condition.
• Keep proper records, document daily activities, and maintain a high level of customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned by authorized personnel.

Skills

Plant maintenance

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Welding (gas and electric)

Diagnostic testing

Forklift operation

Reading schematics

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Job description

Joplin Concrete is seeking a full-time Plant Technician to service, repair, and maintain our concrete plants and related equipment. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance and fabrication, with growth opportunities within the operations team.

The ideal candidate has experience with plant equipment, basic fabrication, and working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and pneumatic systems. Starting pay is $20–$26 per hour, with occasional overtime as needed.