Plant Maintenance Technician/Mechanic

Silver Star Construction Co•Moore, OK

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves performing and assisting with both preventative and corrective maintenance on asphalt plant equipment. The technician will conduct routine inspections, repair or replace components, and help keep plant machinery operating efficiently to minimize downtime. Responsibilities include troubleshooting mechanical and operational problems, operating plant machinery for testing, performing welding and fabrication, and adhering to all company safety policies and procedures. The position requires maintaining an organized work area and communicating equipment concerns to supervisors.

Requirements

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand and work on industrial plant machinery and systems.
Capable of identifying equipment problems, determining potential causes, and assisting with effective repairs.
Experience with welding, torch cutting, grinding, and general metal fabrication.
Comfortable operating various types of industrial and plant equipment.
Knowledge of safe work practices and the ability to recognize and avoid workplace hazards.
Able to communicate clearly and work effectively with supervisors, mechanics, and other plant employees.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must be willing and available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, nights, weekends, and extended hours when necessary.
Must be physically capable of lifting, moving, and positioning large equipment components.
Must be able to climb silos, aggregate bins, conveyor structures, and other elevated areas while performing job duties.
Must occasionally be able to lift up to 100 pounds of force and frequently pull up to 50 pounds.
Must be capable of lifting and carrying materials from floor level to waist level.
Must be able to push and pull objects requiring similar levels of force.
Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, kneeling, squatting, bending, climbing, and working from elevated locations.

Responsibilities

Perform and assist with both preventative and corrective maintenance on asphalt plant equipment.
Conduct routine inspections and help repair or replace components such as conveyor belts, screens, wear components, pumps, and other plant parts.
Help keep plant machinery operating efficiently and minimize equipment downtime.
Assist in identifying mechanical and operational problems throughout the plant.
Troubleshoot equipment and systems including dryers, mixers, conveyors, electrical controls, and related plant components.
Work with supervisors and other maintenance personnel to determine the appropriate repairs and solutions.
Operate plant machinery as needed to test equipment following maintenance or repairs.
Safely operate equipment such as forklifts, manlifts, and other machinery when required.
Verify that equipment is functioning properly before returning it to normal operation.
Perform welding, cutting, grinding, and general fabrication work to repair or modify plant components.
Fabricate parts and make equipment repairs as needed to support plant operations.
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and required precautions.
Properly document maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and equipment issues.
Maintain an organized and clean work area.
Communicate equipment concerns and maintenance needs to supervisors and other plant personnel.