Mechanical Maintenance Technician I

Job ID: 524004 Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, operating 12 world‑class plants and 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Position Mechanical Maintenance Technician I Reports to: Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor Shift: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm Pay: $22+/hour Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Disability Pay Life Insurance Growth Opportunities and more! Responsibilities Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. Align sheaves and V‑Belts, using precision equipment. Adjust and inspect gaskets on pumps. Assemble, install and maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. Inspect and repair clinker cooler parts. Inspect and repair Kiln parts (nose rings, tires, rollers, thrust systems, girth gears). Inspect and repair liners, center screens and diaphragms in the Finish Mill. Inspect and repair bearings and rotors on separators, and parts on air conveyor systems. Inspect and replace airslides, compressor couplings, screw conveyors and conveyor parts. Inspect and replace bags and cages in dust collectors. Inspect and repair blower V‑Belts and filters, air cannons and parts. Inspect, align and replace parts of belt and chain conveyors. Inspect and replace fan and rotor bearing alignment. Inspect and repair tables, bearings and tires in Raw Mill. Inspect and repair pneumatic equipment using blueprints. Inspect and repair hydraulic systems using blueprints. Inspect, repair and replace bearing, bull ring and seals in Coal Mill journals. Perform precision alignment using dial indicators and lasers. Perform routine management and documentation. Perform rigging of heavy loads. Perform 5S cleaning and lubrication. Must perform welding skills; operate cutting torch and welding equipment to cut or join metal parts. Must participate in 5S Housekeeping Program within the plant. Must fabricate from prints and sketches accurately and timely. Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment. Must understand and perform root cause analysis. Must operate mobile equipment. Must perform machinist duties. Must keep Maintenance areas clean. Must maintain and repair Gators and trucks. Must assist the Process Attendant for the Pre‑Heater Tower. Must answer all corrective calls from Production. Must follow SPCC – spill control procedures. Must provide instruction, direction and support to outside contractors for special projects or plant outages. Additional duties for Shift Mechanic: routine management, rigging (basic and advanced), VCPS basic knowledge, precision measures (fundamental and advanced), Intelex program knowledge, Maximo program knowledge. Assist with other departmental needs as required. Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent (required). Graduate of certified Millwright or Industrial (preferred). Maintenance Apprentice Program graduate (preferred). Minimum 1 year of mechanical maintenance (preferred). Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.; willingness to learn (training provided). Analyzing numerical data. Diagnosing problems in a physical process and/or machine. Critically examining information for accuracy and quality. Summarizing numeric and verbal information. Identifying faults in equipment. Conveying critical or safety related information. Providing spoken information about a problem or issue. Making timely and accurate reports to Supervisors and/or Managers regarding emergencies and actions taken. Reporting problems to Supervisor and/or Manager. Giving or receiving instructions by radio or telephone. Contacting Supervisor and/or Manager for authorization. Making a verbal report to Supervisor and/or Manager. Briefing individuals on tasks or situations. Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to schedule. Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly; achieves established goals. Learn new systems and methods or processes. Keep informed of developments. Undertake informal training or coaching. Assist in job training of others. Demonstrate procedures to help others. Display willingness to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision making; make timely decisions. Ensure safe operation of equipment and safe work practices. Accurate and attentive to detail. Work independently; set priorities; handle varied workload. Mature and sound judgment. Plan logical sequence of tasks. Revise plans to account for changed circumstances. Decide work priorities within scope of responsibility. Organize resources to meet objectives. Pass on and implement orders or directives from Supervisor and/or Manager. Manage unexpected situations. Direct action in emergency. Follow up with people to expedite work completion. Monitor and maintain material flows to ensure product quality within specifications. Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; commit to excellence; seek ways to improve and promote quality. Apply feedback to improve performance; monitor own work to ensure quality. Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Work with basic applied mathematics and chemistry. Apply simple formulas and calculations (±, ×, ÷) with and without calculator. Interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form. Assess process variation through test data analysis and determine reasonable actions/changes. Proficient on Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Willing to work rotating shift, overtime and accept call‑ins after hours. Available to be contacted electronically during non‑working hours. Assist in training new employees in required skills and procedures. Work Environment Work occurs in a shop environment with outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to heights up to 250 feet and all weather conditions may occur. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure. Travel to other sites may be required as assigned. Equal Opportunity Statement Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ash Grove Cement Company