Aggregate Plant Maintenance | Operator

CalPortland•Troutdale, OR

About The Position

The Aggregate Plant Maintenance / Operator operates equipment as needed and safely repairs and maintains mining equipment commonly found in an aggregate facility, including screen decks, material screws, conveyors, pumps, dust collectors, bins, silos, and hoppers. The role includes completing pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, submitting required daily documentation, and assisting with plant operations as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Ability to operate heavy machinery, including a loader, dozer, water truck, and haul truck.
Ability to load dump trucks safely and efficiently.
Familiarity with aggregates and construction materials such as sand, gravel, and crushed rock.
Ability to work under pressure.
Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
Experience with welding, fabricating, and belt splicing, and/or familiarity working around crushers, screens, and sand screws.
Provide personal tools typically used in aggregate facility maintenance.
Ability to lift or move 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally; stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stretch, kneel, crouch, and drive on rough terrain.
Ability to work in wet or dry conditions and extreme heat or cold.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Good attendance and punctuality.
Ability to work effectively with others in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge and experience operating and maintaining crushers, wash plants, conveyors, material washers, and other fixed equipment used in the industry.
Proficiency in welding and cutting.
Proficiency operating forklifts, man lifts, cranes, and boom trucks.
Familiarity with mine safety rules and regulations.
Ability to use electric and air-powered hand tools and equipment as necessary.
Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, for shifts up to 12 hours.
Successful candidates must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. FMCSA-regulated and safety-sensitive positions require ongoing alcohol and drug testing.

Responsibilities

Perform safety and mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment.
Address housekeeping issues within the workspace.
Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems to minimize costs and prevent operational delays.
Monitor, repair, and replace worn parts.
Use company-provided and/or personal tools properly to complete repair and maintenance tasks.
Use a welder and cutting torches to repair and maintain plant equipment.
Operate a loader and other equipment as needed.
Perform general labor duties, including shoveling and sweeping.
Understand and follow CalPortland policies and procedures.
Understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations.
Work irregular and extended hours, including weekends, to complete facility maintenance and repairs.
Use personal protective equipment (PPE) properly at all times.
Complete other duties as assigned.