Plant Utility & Equipment Technician — Maintenance & Safety

Sunrock; Kittrell (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) match

Career growth

Job summary

Sunrock is seeking a Plant Utility Person to support day-to-day operations, maintenance, and housekeeping across asphalt, concrete, or aggregate plants. The role requires flexibility to work at multiple locations and overtime or weekends as needed.

You will follow safety policies, inspect equipment, handle cleaning and lubrication tasks, and assist in maintenance and record-keeping to help the team meet production goals in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, with on-the-job training available.
• Minimum of one year of related industrial, plant, or mechanical experience preferred.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company safety policies, MSHA, and OSHA regulations
• Maintain a clean and orderly plant environment
• Perform general plant housekeeping and cleanup, including using high-pressure hoses, maintaining drainage systems, removing debris such as stone, sand, and muck
• Inspect plant equipment and report mechanical issues
• Operate equipment such as Haul Truck, Skid steer, Front-end loader, Dump truck, Sweeper
• Assist with maintenance and repairs, including replacing parts and components, lubricating machinery (bearings, gears, conveyors), changing gearbox oils
• Identify equipment issues by observing performance and listening for irregular sounds
• Assist in assembling, installing, and maintaining pipe systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, valves, gauges, and regulators
• Operate cutting torch and/or welding equipment as needed
• Climb stairs and catwalks to perform maintenance tasks
• Load and unload materials and supplies
• Assist in maintaining maintenance records and reporting completed work
• Support team operations and production goals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Hand tools

Safety awareness

Read instructions

Basic math

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Computer basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year industrial/plant experience

Job description

Sunrock is seeking a Plant Utility Person to support day-to-day operations, maintenance, and housekeeping across asphalt, concrete, or aggregate plants. The role requires flexibility to work at multiple locations and overtime or weekends as needed.

You will follow safety policies, inspect equipment, handle cleaning and lubrication tasks, and assist in maintenance and record-keeping to help the team meet production goals in an industrial environment.