Sand & Gravel Plant/River Maintenance

Capital Teams; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

Capital Sand Company is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Technician at our Wardsville facility. You will operate sand and gravel processing equipment, perform maintenance on heavy machinery, and ensure safety and compliance with company policies.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, outdoor work in varying weather, and potential overtime. Preferred candidates hold a valid driver’s license and have experience with heavy equipment maintenance; MSHA training or welding skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment and keeping maintenance records.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license preferred; reliable transportation.
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Training or knowledge of MSHA is a plus; welding/mechanical experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate sand and gravel processing equipment.
• Perform general maintenance on processing equipment and heavy machinery.
• Safely operate front-end loader, excavator, haul truck, and water truck.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and maintain maintenance logs.
• Participate in safety training and comply with safety policies.
• Work in a constant state of alertness and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment safety

Record keeping

English reading

Outdoor weather work

Maintenance of equipment

Job description

# Sand & Gravel Plant/River MaintenanceCapital Sand - Wardsville - Wardsville, MOCapital Sand Company is looking to fill a grounds maintenance position that will include sand and gravel plant and river operations responsibilities located at our Wardsville, Missouri sand plant.**RESPONSIBILITIES*** Operate sand and gravel processing equipment.* Perform general maintenance on processing equipment, replacing bearings, replacing conveyor idlers, splicing conveyor belts, cutting, welding, fabrication, ect.* Safely operate front-end loader, excavator, haul truck, and water truck.* Perform general maintenance of heavy equipment; greasing, changing cutting edges, changing oil, maintaining maintenance logs, ect.* Perform pre-shift inspections of heavy equipment and processing equipment.* Participates in safety training, drills, and meetings to ensure overall equipment and crew safety.* Observe and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.* Suggest corrective action to improve plant and equipment performance and assist with implementation.* Work in a constate state of alertness and in a safe manner.* Frequent standing, walking, bending over, climbing, reaching overhead, kneeling, balancing, pushing, or pulling, talking/communication, repetitive use of legs, lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying up to 75 lbs.* Performs other duties as directed.## Qualifications**REQUIREMENTS:*** Knowledge of the practices and techniques applied to the safe operation of heavy equipment, including record keeping of equipment.* Lift/Move up to 50 lbs.* Valid driver’s license (preferred)* Must have reliable transportation.* Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.* Must be willing to work overtime.* Ability to read and understand the English language.* Not afraid of working on/around water.* Training or working knowledge of MSHA is a plus.* Welding experience is a plus.* Mechanical experience is a plus.* Some travel is required.* Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.**This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance, and short and long-term disability*.****EEO/Employer/Vet/Disabled**Capital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.*