Plant Maintenance Tech

Vulcan Materials Company•Buckeye, KS

13h

About The Position

The Plant Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining site reliability through high-quality inspections, troubleshooting basic preventive maintenance tasks, and independently performing routine maintenance. The role includes replacing basic components and helping minimize unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance efforts. The technician works around aggregate crushing, washing, and screening operations, monitoring equipment for anomalies and making minor adjustments. The role also includes maintaining equipment records, ordering and collecting parts, and assisting with mobile equipment maintenance and repair. The technician must follow MSHA and OSHA requirements, use Lockout/Tagout protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.

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 such as 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.
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; 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 pick-up/repair truck to collect parts.
Adhere to MSHA and OSHA regulations, execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.
Observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation, identify anomalies by sight or sound, and perform minor adjustments.
Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.
Assist with maintenance and repair of mobile equipment.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.