Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Ready-Mix Concrete Plants

About the role

Shelby Materials is hiring an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to keep their ready-mix concrete plants running safely and reliably. You'll troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and complete repairs on plant equipment—helping minimize downtime and keeping production moving.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair ready-mix plant equipment and associated machinery to support safe, reliable operations.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform corrective repairs to restore production safely and efficiently.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on equipment including:
• Power transmission components,
• conveyors,
• pneumatics/air systems,
• and automation-related components (as qualified).
• Use technology to track repairs, downtime, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Communicate clearly with plant personnel, dispatch, and the maintenance team regarding priorities, downtime, and timelines.
• Follow all task-specific safety requirements and wear required PPE (employer provided).

Requirements

• 2+ years in an industrial or mechanical maintenance role (5+ years preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with power transmissions, conveyors, controls, and pneumatics
• Welding experience required; electrical troubleshooting experience preferred
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and strong follow-through
• Safety-minded, detail-oriented, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with plant teams and maintenance teammates

Preferred

• Ready-mix/aggregate industry experience and/or automation exposure

Qualifications

• 2+ years in an industrial or mechanical maintenance role (5+ years preferred)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with power transmissions, conveyors, controls, and pneumatics
• Welding experience required; electrical troubleshooting experience preferred
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and strong follow-through
• Safety-minded, detail-oriented, and able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with plant teams and maintenance teammates

Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting experience (preferred)
• Welding experience
• Power transmission components
• Conveyors
• Pneumatics/air systems
• Automation-related components (as qualified)

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay – plus company bonus eligibility and overtime opportunities
• Generous 401(k) Plans – Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with one of the industry's highest employer matches
• Affordable Health Insurance – Zero-Premium High-Deductible Health Plan available, plus low premium, low deductible and PPO plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Wellness Program – Company contributions based on match and participation
• Affordable Health Insurance – Zero-Premium High-Deductible Health Plan available, plus low premium, low deductible and PPO plans
• Generous Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Employer-provided PPE + safety-first culture – PPE, high-visibility workwear, and more
• Local Work – Daily travel is local (company vehicle provided for day use)

Schedule & Work Environment

• Early mornings
• Saturdays
• Extended hours during peak season or breakdown events
• Work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Local travel between sites (company vehicle provided for day use)

About Shelby Materials

Founded on Veterans Day in 1951 and based in Shelbyville, Indiana, Shelby Materials has 12 locations serving Central Indiana. They supply ready-mix concrete and aggregate materials for projects ranging from infrastructure and industrial builds to commercial and residential construction.