Night Shift Mechanic Trainee

Heidelberg Materials • Gordon, TX

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About The Position

Heidelberg Materials is hiring a Mechanic Trainee in its Aggregates line of business. The trainee assists experienced mechanics with inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing quarry equipment and mobile machinery, and performs preventive maintenance on crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps, and other production equipment. The role involves learning safe maintenance practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment operating standards while supporting equipment reliability by identifying maintenance needs and promptly reporting mechanical issues. The trainee helps maintain a clean, organized, safe work area and contributes to efficient quarry operations.

The role operates primarily around moving mechanical equipment and may involve inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise levels. Employment is contingent on passing a post-offer physical examination, drug screen, and background check. The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States and comply with company safety requirements and policies.

Requirements

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in learning equipment maintenance and repair in an industrial environment.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment under supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn mechanical systems and maintenance practices.
• Dependable team player with effective communication skills and a commitment to safety.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently when needed, and adapt to changing operational priorities.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and comply with company safety requirements and policies.
• Must pass a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background check.
• Frequently stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, and work on uneven terrain.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting throughout the workday.
• Work at varying heights and in confined spaces while following safety procedures.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment requiring manual dexterity and coordination.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness when working around heavy equipment and moving machinery.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced mechanics with inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing quarry equipment and mobile machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance on crushers, conveyors, screens, pumps, and other production equipment.
• Learn and follow safe maintenance practices, lockout/tagout procedures, and equipment operating standards.
• Identify equipment maintenance needs and promptly report mechanical issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Contribute to efficient quarry operations.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic company contribution and matching contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including prescription drug benefits.
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance.
• Paid bonding leave.
• 10 days of paid vacation.
• 40 hours of paid sick leave.
• 10 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed