Equipment Tech - Entry Level

Arcosa Aggregates is a leading producer and distributor of construction materials and services, unified in our commitment to building a better world through the foundations of roads, bridges, and buildings in communities across the United States.

About the role

We are currently seeking an Equipment Tech for our Streetman, TX plant.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunity for annual performance increases
• 401k program with employer matching
• Room for growth and career advancement
• Health insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Paid short term disability
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays
• OSHA training provided

Responsibilities

• Use and read blueprints, schematics (pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical), small power tools, and electronic test equipment to perform a variety of maintenance tasks
• Perform preventive maintenance and electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic repairs to production and mechanical equipment
• Install and repair electrical systems
• Basic troubleshooting/3 phase/equipment up to 600v
• Troubleshoot breakdowns on production equipment and mechanical components
• Perform complex repairs on production equipment motors and mechanical components, including basic pneumatics and hydraulics
• Read schematics
• Perform preventative maintenance and testing on electrical wiring and components
• Move and install equipment as required
• Perform high voltage electrical repairs (e.g., controls, relays)
• Maintain and complete all required records
• Follow all safety rules and practices
• Participate in safety committees or initiatives
• Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment
• Listen for unusual noises from machines and equipment to detect malfunctions and discuss machine operation variations to diagnose problems
• Dismantle defective machines and equipment to repair
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts
• Install and repair electrical apparatus (such as transformers and wiring), and electrical and electronic components
• Lay-out, assemble, install, maintain pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repair and replace gauges and valves
• Repair and maintain physical structure of facility
• Install, program, or repair automated machinery and equipment
• Set up and operate machine tools to repair or fabricate machine parts
• Operate cutting torch or welding equipment
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• The ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Basic troubleshooting/3 Phase/equipment up to 600v
• The ability to wire electrical panels
• The ability to install equipment from the ground up
• The ability to maintain good attendance
• Required to work at heights of 25ft and up
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance
• Positive, team-based attitude
• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required
• The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)

Working Conditions

While most equipment has air conditioning, there will be times when other responsibilities may require periods of work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty.