Plant Mechanic I, AGG

Job TitleResponsibilities will include performing installation, maintenance and repair of aggregate crushing plants or ready-mix concrete batch plants within the company. Maximize plant availability with efficient and proactive preventative maintenance programs. Increasing responsibilities per job grade as indicated below.Functional ResponsibilitiesExhibit 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.Diagnose problems and perform mechanical repair and maintenance to stationary and mobile production machinery including but not limited to aggregate plants, batch plants, material crushers, motors, conveyors, elevators and drives.Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating and failure analysis.Troubleshoot and repair problems related to the equipment and its components.Perform all maintenance operations in accordance with technical specifications and safety regulations.Create work orders on repairs and services providing legible and accurate information. Input daily repair information in maintenance database.Periodically inspect plant equipment and complete equipment inspection and reports.Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers specifications.Operate and inspect plant equipment in order to diagnose defects.Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment.Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.Schedule maintenance for plant equipment and keep service records.Read and understand operating manuals.Overhaul and test equipment to ensure operating efficiency.Assemble gear systems and align frames and gears.Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mechanical equipment.Weld or solder broken parts and structural members using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.Clean parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.Rebuild or fabricate parts.Comply with all environmental, health, and safety policies, procedures and requirements.Keep work area and all tools, vehicles, and equipment neat, clean, and in good repair; clean work area at the end of every shift.Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.CompetencesComputer skills required to input, organize and generate analysis and reports, using company office and maintenance software programs and systems.Analytical skills to identify and solve mechanical problemsSufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of a technical nature relating to products and equipment.Must have the ability to read technical manuals and understand schematic diagrams.Experience/Training/CertificationsA High School Diploma or equivalent.Training from an accredited technical school preferredCompletion of an approved apprentice program, and certification or registration as a skilled trades journeyman by a recognized state agency or institution, preferredApprentice – less than 2 years of experience; qualified to perform preventative maintenance and repairs.Mechanic I – 2 years of experience; has obtained 1 to 3 relevant certifications related to the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment; performs minor repairs independently and complicated repairs under supervision.Mechanic II – 2 – 5 years of experience; has obtained 4 or more relevant certifications and/or is qualified to perform significant repairs independently.Structural Welding and/or electrical experience preferredPhysical and Environmental RequirementsCandidate must be drug free.Position requires moderately strenuous physical work.Must be able to:Lift and carry up to 100 pounds from floor to waist or shoulder level occasionallyLift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds frequentlyClimb in and out of equipment 50+ times per dayClimb up and down ladders occasionallyPosition self to stand, bend, hold and reach for extended periods of time to install and service equipmentUse hands, fingers, and feet to operate and/or service heavy construction machinery and concrete mixers and haul trucksTravel safely while walking and while operating heavy machinery and/or trucks over uneven terrain, roads, and pavementSee, hear, and respond to verbal, visual, and written instructions and to moving heavy construction machineryWear proper protective equipment including hard hat, glasses, high visibility clothing, steel-toed boots, and glovesObserve all company Safety policies on company premises and while operating heavy construction machineryContinually work in extreme hot and cold weather conditionsWork safely in wet, muddy, and slippery conditions occasionallyEnvironment 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.Our MissionTo provide our customers high quality products and services while maintaining corporate responsibility to our staff, shareholders and the communities we operate in.Our Value StatementOur culture has a core of respect, honesty, and integrity for our employees, our customers, and the communities we operate in. We embrace a SAFETY ALWAYS culture every day in every way. We care about the environment and work with all agencies to follow their regulations. We are driven to provide excellence in product development, delivery, and customer service with a no-excuse philosophy of transparency. We value creativity, inclusion, growth, innovative thinking, and accountability in our staff. Our success is contributable to doing the right thing every time.Core ValuesSafety - Our moto of SAFETY ALWAYS is at the core of everything we do each day.Community - We believe that PB Materials team members should be involved in and contribute to their local communities.Quality - We are committed to consistent production practices that ensure that our customers always receive high-performing products that meet specifications.Service - We are committed to provide customers consistent service, where we keep our promises and passionately work to meet customer needs.Teamwork - We believe that teams should capture the best ideas of every individual and use constructive conflict to identify and implement best practices.Excellence - We are committed to do things right the first time, and the willingness to strive to get better, all the time.Integrity - PB Materials team members adhere to firm moral standards.RequirementsEnvironment 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.