Plant Maintenance Lead

About the Role

The Plant Maintenance Lead is a highly skilled individual contributor responsible for troubleshooting, tearing down, and rebuilding all equipment on-site. This role involves using advanced tools, welding, and cutting to maintain and repair plant machinery, ensuring site reliability and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, lubricate moving parts, and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to prevent component failures.
• Troubleshoot and replace basic mechanical components, including conveyor belts, idlers, pulleys, and water pumps.
• Perform structural repairs, hard facing, and replace heavy wear-parts (such as crusher liners and shaker screens) using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment.
• Rebuild and fabricate parts.
• Order parts from approved vendors and drive company pick-up/repair truck to pick up parts.
• Strictly adhere to MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) and OSHA regulations, execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.
• Observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation to identify anomalies by sight or sound and perform minor adjustments.
• Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of mobile equipment.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

• Two-year technical degree or accredited apprenticeship program or the equivalent in a technical field is preferred. High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in operations, preferably within the aggregate industry.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in welding (stick, flux-core), cutting torches, and using power/hand tools.
• Familiarity with heavy equipment commonly found in quarries, like jaw/cone crushers, vibrating screen decks, material screws, and heavy-duty pumps.
• Understanding of plant operations, processes, and performance goals.
• Knowledge of inspection procedures for critical areas of the site.
• Knowledge of routine maintenance tasks and troubleshooting techniques.
• Understanding of larger maintenance tasks and repair processes.
• MSHA Certified (or willingness to complete required MSHA training).
• An active valid driver's license.

Skills

• Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages in both written and verbal formats. Demonstrates active listening and adapts messages to ensure understanding.
• Safety Awareness: Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols. Proactively identifies potential hazards and mitigates risks.
• Work Ethic: Demonstrates commitment, reliability, and dedication to completing tasks with high standards of quality and professionalism.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring no aspects are overlooked.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals through teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect.
• Technical Expertise: Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues.