UTILITY LABORER

Accessible: If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer for an accommodation or an alternate application process. UTILITY LABORER Full Time • Lubbock, TX, US Requisition ID: 1018 • 7 days ago Department: Maintenance Reports To: Utility Laborer FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Worker Category: Full-Time Locations: South Plant – 2300 E 50th St, Lubbock, TX 79404 North Plant – 2901 Avenue A, Lubbock, TX 79404 Position Summary The Utility Laborer / Utility Maintenance Laborer performs a combination of general labor, housekeeping, operational support, and light maintenance duties to assist in the safe and efficient operation of the cottonseed oil mill. This position supports both production and maintenance teams by performing facility upkeep, equipment cleaning, preventive maintenance support, lubrication, material handling, minor mechanical repairs, and shutdown assistance while maintaining compliance with safety, feed quality, and environmental standards. This role is expected to work across multiple departments and assist with plant reliability, cleanliness, and operational continuity. Key Responsibilities Maintain clean and safe work areas through daily housekeeping and sanitation activities. Sweep, shovel, vacuum, wash down, and remove cottonseed dust, hulls, lint, oil residue, meal product, and debris from work areas. Clean around conveyors, elevators, motors, pumps, presses, pits, drag conveyors, tanks, catwalks, and production equipment. Assist production personnel with seed handling, material movement, loading/unloading, and operational support tasks. Move materials, tools, equipment, and supplies throughout the facility. Assist in truck, railcar, warehouse, or storage area operations when needed. Support production startups, changeovers, and shutdown activities. Complete other duties assigned. Maintenance Support Duties Assist maintenance personnel with repairs, equipment inspections, and preventive maintenance tasks. Perform basic mechanical duties such as replacing belts, changing filters, tightening hardware, greasing bearings, and assisting with minor repairs. Lubricate motors, bearings, gearboxes, chains, and plant equipment according to preventive maintenance schedules. Assist with maintenance of conveyors, augers, presses, pumps, motors, elevators, fans, valves, piping systems, and material handling equipment. Help clean, disassemble, and reassemble equipment during maintenance outages and scheduled shutdowns. Assist in changing screens, chains, sprockets, hoses, seals, gaskets, and worn components. Prepare work areas, tools, and materials for maintenance jobs. Perform basic painting, facility repair, welding preparation, and grounds maintenance as assigned. Assist electricians and mechanics during troubleshooting and repair work. Identify and report unusual equipment noises, leaks, vibrations, overheating, or unsafe operating conditions. Preventive Maintenance & Reliability Conduct routine inspections of assigned areas and equipment. Check for leaks, excessive wear, loose components, abnormal sounds, and housekeeping concerns. Support preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability. Document completed tasks and communicate maintenance concerns to supervisors. Safety & Compliance Follow all company safety policies, plant rules, and operating procedures. Wear required PPE at all times. Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work, and machine guarding requirements. Participate in safety meetings and required training. Report hazards, near misses, injuries, or unsafe conditions immediately. Maintain compliance with feed safety, quality, housekeeping, and environmental standards. Qualification Requirements Ability to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Less than high school education; up to one month experience or training; equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; present information one‑on‑one and in small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds; use units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance. Reasoning Ability Apply common sense to carry out detailed but uncomplicated instructions; deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Driver’s license preferred. Physical Demands Work performed in a production facility with exposure to moving machinery, high noise levels, dust, and hot/cold environments. Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs; work at heights of 20+ feet or more. Must be willing to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed. Employee is regularly required to stand and walk; frequently talk or hear; occasionally use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; or smell. Employee must frequently lift and/or move to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This is a safety-sensitive position and all applicable policies, including drug tests and background checks will apply. Work Environment Workplace involves moving mechanical parts, outdoor weather conditions, occasional high or precarious places, wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, electrical shock risk, and vibration. Noise level is usually loud and requires ear protection. Use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, respirators, hearing protectors, etc. is required in designated areas. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Plainsman Company, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and believe that a variety of perspectives foster innovation and success. Our hiring, promotion, compensation, and training practices are designed to ensure fairness and equity for all employees. Plainsman Company, LLC complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment, including TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and other relevant statutes. Schedule Monday–Thursday: 7 A–5 P Friday: 7 A–3 P Call ins after hours #J-18808-Ljbffr