Overview
Solterra Materials is seeking an Asphalt Plant Mechanic to join their award-winning team. The company is committed to helping employees grow both professionally and personally while providing a dynamic and rewarding work environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform all duties and responsibilities with Solterra's Core Values at the forefront.
- Have strong working knowledge of asphalt plant operation and electrical operation.
- Read and comprehend repair manuals in their entirety.
- Analyze malfunctions and repairs.
- Operate and inspect the plant to diagnose defects.
- Dismantle and reassemble plant equipment using hoists and hand tools.
- Weld broken parts and structural members.
- Comply with federal, state and local laws, as well as Company safety policy.
- Foster a safety culture that promotes and enforces safe work practices.
- Proactively identify and remedy job-site hazards.
- Examine parts for damage and/or excessive wear.
- Test overhauled equipment to ensure efficient operation.
- Direct and guide team members engaged in cleaning parts.
- Direct and guide team members assisting with assembly and disassembly of asphalt plant belts and parts.
- Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts.
- Complete any and all other duties assigned.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry-related experience is required.
- Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively.
- Demonstrable previous experience as an Asphalt Plant Mechanic is required.
- Must be fluent in English.
Benefits
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- PTO
- 401(K)
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Life/Disability Insurances
Additional Information
- Constant physical effort is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.
- Work is often performed at heights up to 60 feet.
- Employee must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
- Will be required to work outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather.