Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Job ID: 522274 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, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world‑class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward‑thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Position Mechanical Maintenance Technician Reports to Mechanical Maintenance Manager Shift 7 am – 3:30 pm Monday – Friday (This role participates in a rotating on‑call schedule) Pay $23–$32/hr Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Disability Pay Life Insurance Growth Opportunities and more! What you’ll be contributing 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 including, but not limited to: nose rings, tires, rollers, thrust systems, and girth gears. Inspect and repair liners, center screens, main gear box, and diaphragms in the Finish Mill. Inspect and repair bearings and rotors on separators, as well as 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, 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, troubleshoot, 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 maintenance and documentation. Perform rigging of heavy loads. Perform 5S cleaning and lubrication. Perform welding skills. Operate a cutting torch and welding equipment to cut or join metal parts. Participate in the 5S Housekeeping Program within the plant. Fabricate from prints and sketches accurately and timely. Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment. Understand and perform root cause analysis. Operate mobile equipment. Perform machinist duties. Keep maintenance areas clean. Maintain and repair Gators/Polaris and trucks. Assist the Process Attendant with the Pre‑Heater Tower. Answer all corrective calls from Production. Follow SPCC – spill control procedures. Follow all safety policies, procedures and practices. Assist with other departmental needs as required. Provide instruction, direction, and support to outside contractors for special projects or plant outages. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor. Additional duties if Shift Mechanic Routine management. Rigging basic and advanced. Offline vibration inspection program. Precision tools and measurement – fundamental and advanced. Knowledge of Riscnet/Intelex CAR program. Knowledge of SAP‑PM program. To succeed in this position, you will need High school graduation or equivalent (required). Graduate of certified Millwright or Industrial (preferred). Maintenance Apprentice Program (preferred). Minimum of 5 to 7 years of mechanical maintenance experience. Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. Basic computer skills (preferred). Willingness to work rotating shifts, overtime and accept call‑ins after hours and on weekends. What to expect in a cement environment Work will be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height, all weather conditions, and mobile equipment operations may result in jarring and vibratory exposure. What's next for you We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies. What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH is an equal opportunity employer. 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. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person. #J-18808-Ljbffr