Plant Maintenance Tech

Vulcan Materials Company•San Bernardino, CA

45d

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Technician maintains site reliability by performing high-quality inspections, troubleshooting basic preventive maintenance tasks, and carrying out routine maintenance without supervision. The role replaces basic components and supports efforts to minimize unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance. The technician inspects, maintains, and repairs plant equipment and assists with mobile equipment maintenance. The position requires adherence to MSHA and OSHA regulations and Lockout/Tagout protocols, along with maintaining a hazard-free work area. The technician also records maintenance activities and may order and pick up parts from approved vendors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
2 to 5+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in aggregate, mining, or heavy industrial sectors.
Familiarity with quarry heavy equipment, including jaw/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.
Knowledge of routine maintenance tasks and troubleshooting techniques.
Understanding of 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.

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 a 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 perform minor adjustments.
Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.
Assist in the maintenance and repair of mobile equipment.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.