Job Description

Position Summary

The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical skills, be flexible on schedules and be results-oriented. You will be challenged to repair and maintain quarry processing equipment. Primary responsibilities may include repairs to crushing, screening, conveying, and pumping equipment, also performing brazing, welding, arc-welding, and cutting tasks. This position will work the 2nd shift.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct a complete pre-and post-shift safety inspection
• Observe all safety precautions and rules specified by federal, state, and company regulations
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, or incidents immediately to the Lead person or Manager
• Communicate with plant management on all safety and maintenance needs
• Ability to perform high levels of maintenance and servicing on a plant with little assistance
• Must have welding and torch skills
• Ability to work in confined and small spaces
• Maintain work area in a clean, organized, and safe fashion
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate front end loader, skid steer, man-lift
• Ability to diagnose and adjust equipment for optimum performance
• Inspect, check and maintain lubrication levels in equipment used
• Need to have own tools for repair work

Position Requirements

• A high school diploma required
• Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using Imperial units of measure.
• Language Skills – Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write short messages and conduct one on one and small group conversations for information sharing. Primary language – English.
• 3-5years of experience in mining or heavy construction environment required.
• 3-5 years of experience working on equipment maintenance is highly preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems and centrifugal/ vertical pumps a plus.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, OSHA and MSHA
• Safety oriented individual with a good safety record.
• Flexibility with work hours mandatory.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., walk, stand, sit, stoop, kneel, crawl, climb and descend ladders and stairs. Work in cramped confined spaces.