Preventative Maintenance Tech and Equipment Operator

Join a dedicated team committed to operational excellence and equipment reliability. As an Equipment Operator & Preventative Maintenance Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining production flow and ensuring the longevity of our machinery. This hybrid position is ideal for individuals who are skilled at operating heavy equipment and enjoy hands-on mechanical work. The role offers a dynamic work environment where safety, teamwork, and attention to detail are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including wheel loaders and excavators, to move materials, feed processing equipment, and load trucks.
• Monitor and adjust processing machinery such as trommel screens, tub grinders, and automated bagging equipment to optimize performance.
• Handle materials using forklifts to move finished pallets, load flatbeds, and organize the yard or warehouse.
• Collaborate with the yard team to maintain an uninterrupted flow of materials through grinding, screening, and bagging phases.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance, including daily inspections, greasing, fluid top-offs, and scheduled oil and filter changes on all fleet assets.
• Conduct basic mechanical repairs, such as replacing loader bucket teeth, cutting edges, wear plates, screens, belts, and conveyor components.
• Inspect hydraulic systems for wear, identify leaks, and replace or fabricate hydraulic hoses as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by clearing debris, blowing out radiators, and performing general housekeeping around equipment.
• Accurately document service intervals, hours worked, and parts used in maintenance logs.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience operating wheel loaders or similar heavy production equipment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with experience in basic machinery maintenance and repair.
• Ability to safely use pneumatic and hand tools.
• Strong commitment to safety, including adherence to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) protocols and heavy machinery safety standards.
• Proven problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify early signs of equipment wear or failure.
• Physically able to lift up to 70 lbs, climb on and off large machinery, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Benefits

• 2 weeks PTO
• Paid Holidays
• 401k
• Health insurance