Industrial Maintenance Technician - Barrett Paving Materials - Mid-West Central

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence.

The Industrial Maintenance Technician is responsible for the preventative maintenance, diagnostics, repair, and overhaul of processing and support equipment at Barrett Paving Materials' MWC plant. This role ensures high equipment reliability, minimizes unplanned downtime, and supports safe and efficient production. The Plant Mechanic collaborates with operations and maintenance teams to maintain asset integrity, improve equipment performance, and uphold safety and environmental standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on plant equipment including crushers, screens, conveyors, dryers, mixers, batching systems, dust collection systems, and auxiliary machinery according to maintenance schedules.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and control system faults; perform repairs or replacements of components such as bearings, belts, gears, motors, pumps, valves, sensors, and wiring.
• Conduct routine inspections of equipment lubricants, fluids, seals, filters, and wear parts; top-up or replace as needed; maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment failures; coordinate with operations to minimize production impact and with vendors for specialized repairs or parts.
• Perform wiring, motor, switchgear, and PLC-related tasks within skill scope; install, modify, or upgrade control components as directed by the supervision and per safety protocols.
• Assist with equipment commissioning, start-up/shutdown support, and factory acceptance testing for new equipment or retrofits.
• Provide on-call or after-hours support as required; respond promptly to emergency maintenance needs to restore operations.
• Follow Barrett Paving Materials safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and regulatory requirements; participate in safety meetings and root-cause investigations as needed.
• Assist with predictive maintenance tasks (vibration analysis, thermography, oil sampling) and contribute to reliability improvement initiatives.
• Document work performed, parts used, and time spent in maintenance management system; ensure accuracy of records for audit and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or vocational training in industrial maintenance, diesel/heavy equipment, machining, hydraulics, pneumatics, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance of heavy equipment in asphalt, concrete, aggregates, mining, construction, or similar industrial environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and basic electronic controls.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, lathes/milling machines a plus; basic welding and fabrication skills preferred.
• Basic welding certification or experience a plus.
• Forklift and/or aerial lift experience and certifications preferred.
• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain site-specific certifications or clearances as required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and work in outdoor conditions; ability to perform repetitive motions and tolerate exposure to dust, heat, and noise.
• Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.

Work Environment

• Indoor/outdoor plant environment with exposure to heat, cold, dust, noise, vibration, and moving equipment.
• Exposure to fuels, oils, solvents, and chemical additives.
• Shift-based work; may require overtime, weekends, or holidays as production demands.

Equipment/Tools Used

• Hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, torque wrenches, multimeters, infrared thermometers
• Portable air and hydraulic tools
• Hand tools (hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers etc.)
• Welding equipment and fabrication tools(oxygen/acetylene torch, Stick welder)
• Power tools: grinders, impacts, jackhammers
• PPE and safety devices
• Maintenance management software (CMMS)
• Vehicle/plant service trucks and lifting devices

Performance Metrics

• Equipment uptime and mean time between failures (MTBF)
• Mean time to repair (MTTR) and maintenance response time
• Maintenance cost per unit of production
• Adherence to PM schedules and work order completion rates
• Quality of repairs and repeat defect rates
• Safety incident rate and near-miss reporting
• Compliance with environmental and permit requirements

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, and lift up to 50 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance
• Work at heights and in confined spaces as needed
• Exposure to noise, dust, heat, cold, and vibrations
• Vision and hearing adequate for task performance, safety, and reading manuals

Safety and Compliance

• Strict adherence to Barrett Paving Materials safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and SOPs
• Participation in safety training, toolbox talks, and incident investigations
• Immediate reporting of all accidents, injuries, or near-misses
• Compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations

Certifications

• OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour Safety certification
• CDL or class forklift/industrial machinery certifications (as required)
• Welding, mechanical certification, or hydraulic/pneumatic system certifications
• PLC or electrical troubleshooting certification (optional but beneficial)

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage with overtime opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Training and development opportunities