Industrial Mechanic/Welder - Aggregate & Frac Sand Plant

Job Description

Job Description

Are you the go-to fixer when production must keep moving?

If solving tough mechanical problems, fabricating smart repairs, and preventing breakdowns is your thing, you’ll feel right at home in our frac sand plant.

• Maintain and repair equipment: Keep conveyors, screens, pumps, dryers, bucket elevators, compressors, and hydraulic systems in top condition.
• Troubleshoot fast: Diagnose and correct mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic failures to cut downtime.
• Inspect and prevent: Identify wear, misalignment, and damage; execute lubrication plans for bearings, gearboxes, and other rotating assets.
• Support operations: Partner with operators and supervisors to resolve recurring issues and stabilize performance.
• Safety first: Follow plant safety rules, lockout/tagout, and MSHA regulations; join safety meetings, inspections, and hazard assessments.
• Document and improve: Close out work orders and logs, track parts, and recommend reliability upgrades.
• Project work: Install, align, and commission new equipment; assist with plant modifications; coordinate with contractors and vendors.

• Industrial, mining, or manufacturing maintenance experience.
• Mechanical know-how with conveyors, motors, pumps, and rotating equipment.
• Basic electrical skills: motors, sensors, VFDs, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings and manuals.
• Comfort working outdoors in dusty, physically demanding conditions.

• Experience in frac sand, aggregates, mining, or similar processing environments.
• Welding/fabrication (stick, cutting torch).
• Knowledge of PLCs and automation.
• MSHA certification or willingness to obtain it.

• 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule; nights and weekends as needed.
• Noise, dust, heat, and heavy machinery are part of the setting.
• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, bending, and working at heights.

• Problem solver with sharp attention to detail.
• Team-oriented and capable of working independently.
• Clear communicator dedicated to safety.

Work Location: In person