Plant Mechanic

Blythe Construction • West Columbia, SC

67d

About The Position

An Asphalt Plant Mechanic is an hourly-rated skilled craft position that performs on construction projects any combination of the duties described more fully, below.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred
• Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position, with an emphasis on Asphalt Plant Operations
• Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees

Responsibilities

• Must have strong working knowledge of an asphalt plant operation
• Must have strong knowledge of electrical operation
• Must be able to read and comprehend repair manuals in its entirety
• Analyze malfunctions and repairs
• Operate and inspect plant to diagnose defects
• Dismantle and reassemble plant equipment using hoists and hand tools
• Weld broken parts and structural members
• Examine parts for damage and/or excessive wear
• Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiently
• Ability to direct and guide team members engaged in cleaning parts
• Ability to direct and guide team members assisting with assembly and disassembly of asphalt plant belts and parts
• Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Benefits

• Medical & Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Term Life
• Long Term Disability
• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• 401(k) Plan
• Additional Benefits including wellness coaching, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees