Aggregate Plant Maintenance | Operator

CalPortland•Troutdale, OR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aggregate Plant Maintenace / Operator is responsible for operating equipment as needed and perform safe repair, maintenance of mining equipment typically found in an aggregate facility including, but not limited to screen decks, material screws, conveyors, pumps, dust collectors, bins, silos, hoppers. This individual is expected to complete pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, submit required daily documentation, and assist in plant operations as needed.

Requirements

Safety Sensitive position
Ability to work alone and within a team
Operate heavy machinery including loader, dozer, water truck and haul truck
Ability to load dump trucks safely and efficiently
Familiarity with aggregates and construction materials – sand, gravel, crushed rock, etc.
Abilitiy to work under pressure
Ability to work overtime; extended hours and weekend work as required for timely project completion
Travel locally between locations
Have experiences including: welding, fabricating, belt splicing, and/or familiarity working around crushers, screens, sand screws, etc.
Knowledge of various aggregate plant equipment including hoppers, feeders, conveyors, screens, crushers, and track mounted screens and crushers
Current drivers license and clean driving record
Familiarity with mine site safety rules and regulations
Ability to use various electric and air-powered hand tools and equipment as necessary
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, rain) for shifts up to 12 hours in length
Able to lift 50lbs pounds frequently, up to 100 pounds occasionally, climb stairs/ladders, and walk on uneven or rough terrain
Punctual and reliable, with adequate means of transportation to arrive at work when scheduled
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. FMCSA regulated and Safety Sensitive positions require on-going drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

Perform safety/mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment
Address any housekeeping issues within the work area
Troubleshoot, and resolve maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays
Monitor, repair and change worn parts
Proper use of company provided and/or own tools to complete repair and maintenance tasks
Able to use welder and cutting torches to repair and maintain plant equipment
Operate loader and other equipment as needed
General labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping
Understand all CalPortland policies and procedures
Understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations
Good attendance and punctuality are a must
Able to work irregular and extended hours and weekends to complete maintenance, repairs within the facility
Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) always
Other duties as assigned