Mechanic/Welder | Jones Mill Quarry

Martin Marietta•Malvern, AR

25d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for inspecting and diagnosing issues with machinery and performing preventative maintenance/repair of aggregate plant processing equipment including stationary machinery and mechanical equipment such as conveyor systems, shakers, pumps, gearboxes, etc. As a plant maintenance/welder, you may perform various roles, including fabrication, welding, cutting and/or grinding, greasing, housekeeping, and other various shop or processing duties. You will operate cranes, man-lifts, hoists, pneumatic and hand tools, power tools, cutting torches, welding equipment, and other specialty service equipment as needed. You may order parts through the maintenance department or outside suppliers. All newly hired employees are required to attend New Hire Orientation and Safety Training in person at our Corporate Office located in Dallas, Texas. Attendance is mandatory and is a condition of employment. To support employees traveling to attend training, mileage and approved travel expenses will be reimbursed for individuals whose commute to the Dallas Corporate Office exceeds 50 miles, in accordance with company travel and reimbursement policies.

Requirements

1+ years experience related to heavy duty maintenance job or equivalent combination of training and experience, preferably in aggregates industry
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience preferred
Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner
Ability to read and write and communicate effectively
Must be able to communicate over two-way radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment
Self-starter with ability to work with little or no supervision
Strong mechanical knowledge
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work with little to no supervision
Demonstrated proficiency with oxy/acetylene torch and stick welding, MIG a plus
Must be able to identify and order basic parts (bearings, idlers, screens, pulleys)
Must be able to field lay out and fabricate in steel
This job requires the ability to wear a hard hat, safety glasses or goggles, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety reflective vest, full body harness, welding hood
Must be able to work 8-12 hour(+) shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed
Ability to troubleshoot, repair and maintain all plant equipment
Proficiency with a wide variety of hand tools and power tools
Ability to work in outdoor environment and in elevated areas
Ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, reach, stoop, squat, tolerate prolonged standing/walking, balance, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects
Ability to operate hand controls with both hands
Ability to operate mobile equipment, foot pedals with both feet
Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching
Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather
Ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels
Ability to work in cramped quarters
Lift objects of various dimensions and weights
Lift up to 50 lbs, carry up to 150 ft.
Ability to tolerate working at heights up to 100 feet
Vision: Normal depth perception, vision and ability to distinguish color

Nice To Haves

MIG welding experience

Responsibilities

Will take an active role in the plant safety initiatives
Ensures a safe work environment for self and others at all times
Maximizes performance of stationary equipment by performing repairs and ensuring preventative maintenance is completed on a timely basis
Responsible for ensuring backlog process is completed and prioritized with Supervisor and/or Plant Manager
Completes required paperwork to maintain equipment and to run the plant according to Martin Marietta standards
Inspects and ensures maintenance truck is being maintained properly along with good housekeeping
Prioritizes SAFETY, then QUALITY, followed by Production
Conducts MSHA pre-shift safety inspections of equipment and work areas
Maximizes performance of stationary equipment by performing repairs and ensuring preventative maintenance is completed on a timely basis
Duties include checking, repairing or replacing pumps
Ensures Preventative Maintenance services, lubrications services are completed according to Maintenance Module.
Trains and coaches other employees on maintenance practices