POSITION SUMMARY: The Mechanical Maintenance position is responsible for safely performing inspections, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and rebuilds on plant and quarry equipment to support reliable and efficient operations. This role plays a critical part in maximizing equipment uptime, maintaining production goals, and supporting continuous improvement efforts in a heavy industrial environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:
Safety & Compliance
- Comply with all company, MSHA, and regulatory safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Conduct and document workplace inspections and report unsafe conditions.
- Follow all environmental, safety, and housekeeping standards.
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and verify zero energy state prior to performing maintenance activities.
Maintenance Execution
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
- Disassemble, repair, and rebuild crushing, screening, and conveying equipment.
- Install, maintain, and align mechanical components including bearings, belts, chains, and rotating equipment.
- Install and support pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
- Perform basic welding, torch cutting, and acetylene work as needed to support maintenance and repair activities.
- Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives to improve equipment uptime and maintenance efficiency.
Troubleshooting & Repair
- Diagnose mechanical issues and perform timely repairs to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and environmental systems.
- Utilize precision tools (e.g., micrometers, dial indicators) to support accurate diagnostics and repairs.
Equipment Installation & Alignment
- Install and align new equipment using proper mechanical techniques and tools.
- Perform shaft alignments and equipment setup with precision alignment tools.
- Support rigging and lifting activities during installation and maintenance.
Work Management & Documentation
- Complete work orders, inspections, and maintenance reports accurately and in a timely manner.
- Participate in work order initiation and planning processes.
- Ensure proper use and tracking of inventory parts and materials.
General Maintenance Support
- Maintain assigned tools and ensure proper use of company-provided specialty tools and equipment.
- Maintain clean and organized work areas and tools while proactively identifying and addressing maintenance, safety, and housekeeping needs.
- Operate mobile equipment as required to support maintenance activities.
- Support plant outages and assist with major repairs or projects.
- Perform other duties as assigned.