Plant Maintenance Technician

Vulcan Materials Company•San Felipe Pueblo / Katishtya, NM

2h•$27 - $34

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Technician maintains site reliability by performing inspections, basic preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and routine repairs without supervision. The role supports efforts to minimize unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance, component replacement, and observation of operating equipment. The technician works on plant equipment in aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas and assists with mobile equipment maintenance. Duties include mechanical and structural repairs, welding, cutting, grinding, part rebuilding and fabrication, parts procurement, and maintaining equipment service records. The position requires adherence to MSHA and OSHA regulations and Lockout/Tagout procedures. The technician must be willing and able to work the second shift.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2 to 5+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in the aggregate, mining, or heavy industrial sectors.
Familiarity with quarry heavy equipment, including jaw and cone crushers, vibrating screen decks, material screws, and heavy-duty pumps.
Understanding of plant operations, processes, and performance goals.
Knowledge of inspection procedures for critical site areas, routine maintenance tasks, troubleshooting techniques, and larger maintenance tasks and repair processes.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with stick and flux-core welding, cutting torches, and power and hand tools.
Ability to use a wide variety of hand and power tools, cutting torches, and welding equipment.
MSHA certification or willingness to complete required MSHA training.
Active, valid driver's license.
Willingness and ability to work the second shift.

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, lubricate moving parts, and complete scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
Troubleshoot and replace basic mechanical components, including conveyor belts, idlers, pulleys, and water pumps.
Perform structural repairs and hard facing, and replace heavy wear parts such as crusher liners and shaker screens using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment.
Rebuild and fabricate parts.
Order parts from approved vendors and drive the company pickup/repair truck to pick up parts.
Follow MSHA and OSHA regulations, execute Lockout/Tagout protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.
Observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation to identify anomalies by sight or sound and make minor adjustments.
Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.
Assist in maintaining and repairing mobile equipment.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.