Quarry Maintenance Mechanic (Day Shift 5:00am-5:00pm)

Silvi Concrete Products • Belle Mead, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Silvi Materials is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic / Plant Operator to install, maintain, and repair production and related equipment at a rock quarry in Belle Mead, New Jersey. The role performs skilled maintenance on quarry equipment, including rock crushers, conveyor belts, electrical panels, and similar machinery. The mechanic inspects equipment, identifies malfunctions, restores equipment to operating condition, investigates failures and their root causes, communicates findings, and may recommend improvements or install modifications as directed. The job also includes daily operating-equipment checks, preventive maintenance, assisting with repairs to a range of mechanical systems, and keeping work areas safe and orderly. Candidates should demonstrate initiative, responsibility, interpersonal skills, and flexibility in a fast-paced, changing production environment. The stated shift is 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; shifts may extend to 12 hours or more depending on workload and production demands.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a similar position or a position involving transferable skills to quarry equipment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Welding experience, particularly in MIG, stick, and overhead welding.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of common causes of mechanical failure and steps to correct malfunctions in different types of motors and machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, diagrams, schematics, and parts manuals.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including shifts of up to 12 hours or more based on workload and production demands.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Physical ability to handle tools and controls; stand for long periods; kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, bend, stretch, twist, reach, and move limbs together; lift, push, pull, and carry heavy objects; make precise machine-control adjustments and repeated hand and finger movements; remain physically active for extended periods; and meet the listed hearing and close-vision demands.

Nice To Haves

• Education from a technical school in a related field, such as welding, electrical, or maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance on quarry equipment, including rock crushers, conveyor belts, electrical panels, and similar equipment.
• Inspect equipment, determine the nature of malfunctions, and take necessary action to restore equipment to good operating order.
• Evaluate equipment failures to identify root causes, communicate findings, suggest improvements, and install modifications as directed.
• Complete daily rounds checklists by observing operating equipment and listening for unusual sounds or operation.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and procedures and record pertinent information.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs on compressors, generators, fans and motors, pumps, gearboxes, mixers, blowers, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and maintenance equipment.
• Lubricate, clean, and service equipment.
• Keep the work area clean and safe.
• Obtain, store, record, safeguard, and properly use equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Complete work assignments within the allotted time frame.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) at select locations
• Pension options
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Overtime
• Signing bonus, with amounts based on mechanic level and payment in installments at 90, 180, 270, and 365 days; employees must remain actively employed to receive payments

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed