Quarry Plant Operator / Laborer (1st Shift 5:00am Start Time)

About the role

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic / Plant Operator at a rock quarry, responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of production and production‑related equipment. The role requires initiative, responsibility, good interpersonal skills, and flexibility to adapt to a fast‑paced, fluid business environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled maintenance on rock quarry equipment such as, but not limited to, the rock crusher, conveyor belts, electrical panels, and similar equipment.
• Inspects and determines the nature of difficulties and malfunctions and takes necessary action to restore equipment to good operating order.
• Evaluates equipment failures for root cause, communicates findings, makes suggestions for equipment improvements, and is able to install modifications as directed.
• Performs daily rounds checklist on operating equipment, observing machines in operation and listening to sounds to detect unusual operation.
• Follows preventative maintenance schedules and procedures, recording all pertinent information.
• Assists with maintenance and repairs on compressors, generators, fans and motors, pumps, gearboxes, mixers, blowers, conveyors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and maintenance equipment.
• Lubricates, cleans, and services equipment.
• Keeps the work area clean and safe.
• Obtains, stores, records, safeguards, and properly uses equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Completes work assignments in the allotted time frame.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience as a Maintenance Mechanic in a similar position or a position with transferable skills to quarry equipment.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Education from a technical school; years of experience in a related field preferred (welding, electrical, maintenance, etc.).
• Welding experience required, particularly in MIG, stick, and overhead.
• Possess a working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Knowledge of the common reasons for mechanical failure and the steps necessary to correct malfunctions on different types of motors/machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, using diagram schematics and parts manuals.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including up to 12‑hour+ shifts based on workload.
• Physical demands:
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Stand for long periods of time.
  • Kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
  • Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
  • Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
  • Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
  • Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists.
  • Use one or two hands to grasp,