Plant Technician

Permian Basin Materials LLC

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Summary The primary function of this position is to maintain all mechanical systems of the plant crushing equipment under the supervision of Operations Management and the Plant Mechanic and to ensure the grounds of the plant machinery are clear of material and debris. Functional Responsibilities Exhibit a strong work ethic with the ability to take direction and work in a team setting and independently. Adhere to Permian Basin Materials Code of Conduct and company policies. Assist and perform troubleshooting of plant equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure the proper functioning of plant crushing equipment to include changing out parts, replacing worn parts, and greasing critical elements within the machinery. Utilize and operate various types of hand, power, precision, or machine tools necessary to support a safe and productive working environment. Maintain and further develop a working knowledge of all aspects of the plant crusher and associated equipment. Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule and document all work performed on the plant equipment. As knowledge advances, be able to diagnose machine malfunctions and make repairs. Maintain all tools in good working order and ensure all tools are kept secured and accounted for. Ensure grounds under and around the plant machinery are kept free of material and debris. Communicate existing and potential issues with operations management and the plant mechanic. Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
1-3 years of relevant experience preferred.
Demonstrated mechanical ability or the willingness to learn mechanical skills.
Candidate must be drug free.
Position requires moderately strenuous physical work.
Must be able to: Lift and carry up to 40 pounds from floor to 3’ – 6’ occasionally
Push or pull up to a maximum force of 100 pounds occasionally
Climb in and out of equipment 50+ times per day
Climb up and down ladders occasionally
Sit or stand for extended periods of time
Use hands, fingers, and feet to operate and/or service heavy construction machinery and concrete mixers and haul trucks
Travel safely while walking and while operating heavy machinery and/or trucks over uneven terrain, roads, and pavement
See, hear, and respond to verbal, visual, and written instructions and to moving heavy construction machinery
Wear proper protective equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, high visibility clothing, steel-toed boots, and gloves
Observe all company Safety policies on company premises and while operating heavy construction machinery
Continually work in extreme hot and cold weather conditions
Work safely in wet, muddy, and slippery conditions occasionally
Environment will vary from outdoors with varying noise levels and vibrations associated with construction equipment, and exposure to building materials, dust, and dirt at operating sites to a normal office environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain all mechanical systems of the plant crushing equipment
Ensure the grounds of the plant machinery are clear of material and debris
Exhibit a strong work ethic with the ability to take direction and work in a team setting and independently
Adhere to Permian Basin Materials Code of Conduct and company policies
Assist and perform troubleshooting of plant equipment, preventive and corrective maintenance
Utilize and operate various types of hand, power, precision, or machine tools
Maintain and further develop a working knowledge of all aspects of the plant crusher and associated equipment
Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule and document all work performed on the plant equipment
Diagnose machine malfunctions and make repairs
Maintain all tools in good working order and ensure all tools are kept secured and accounted for
Ensure grounds under and around the plant machinery are kept free of material and debris
Communicate existing and potential issues with operations management and the plant mechanic
Perform other duties as directed