Mechanic I, AGG

Permian Basin Materials LLC • TX

66d

About The Position

Responsibilities will include performing installation, maintenance and repair of aggregate crushing plants or ready-mix concrete batch plants within the company. Maximize plant availability with efficient and proactive preventative maintenance programs. Increasing responsibilities per job grade as indicated below.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Training from an accredited technical school preferred.
• Completion of an approved apprentice program, and certification or registration as a skilled trades journeyman by a recognized state agency or institution, preferred.
• Apprentice – less than 2 years of experience; qualified to perform preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Mechanic I – 2 years of experience; has obtained 1 to 3 relevant certifications related to the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment; performs minor repairs independently and complicated repairs under supervision.
• Mechanic II – 2 – 5 years of experience; has obtained 4 or more relevant certifications and/or is qualified to perform significant repairs independently.
• Structural Welding and/or electrical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit a strong work ethic with the ability to take direction and work in a team setting and independently.
• Adhere to Permian Basin Materials Code of Conduct and company policies.
• Diagnose problems and perform mechanical repair and maintenance to stationary and mobile production machinery including but not limited to aggregate plants, batch plants, material crushers, motors, conveyors, elevators and drives.
• Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating and failure analysis.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems related to the equipment and its components.
• Perform all maintenance operations in accordance with technical specifications and safety regulations.
• Create work orders on repairs and services providing legible and accurate information. Input daily repair information in maintenance database.
• Periodically inspect plant equipment and complete equipment inspection and reports.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufactures specifications.
• Operate and inspect plant equipment in order to diagnose defects.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Schedule maintenance for plant equipment and keep service records.
• Read and understand operating manuals.
• Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.
• Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mechanical equipment.
• Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
• Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.
• Rebuild or fabricate parts.
• Comply with all environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and requirements.
• Keep work area and all tools, vehicles, and equipment neat, clean, and in good repair, clean work area at the end of every shift.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees