RMC Plant Maintenance Mechanic

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc (NESL) is seeking an RMC Plant Maintenance Mechanic to support our Buffalo Ready-Mixed Concrete operations. This role ensures the efficient, safe, and continuous operation of plant machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on all plant equipment, including electrical systems, mechanical components, automation technologies, instrumentation, and control equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctions in machinery, control systems, electrical circuits, and other critical equipment, ensuring minimal downtime (includes working with 800-amp service and 480/240/110-volt systems).
• Implement and oversee automation systems, including programming, calibration, and maintenance of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), SCADA systems, and other control equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections of plant machinery and automated systems, executing preventive maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and longevity.
• Collaborate with plant management to schedule and execute maintenance activities, minimizing disruption to plant operations.
• Install, commission, and calibrate new equipment, focusing on integrating and optimizing automation and control systems for enhanced plant efficiency.
• Maintain and update instrumentation devices to ensure accurate measurement and control of plant processes.
• Train and guide other plant staff on the operation and maintenance of automation and control systems.
• Adhere to safety regulations and best practices, especially when working with electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Maintain, service, and troubleshoot electrical, PLC, and optical units.
• Keep accurate records of all maintenance activities, system updates, and equipment status, including documentation for automation and control systems.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of progressive experience in electrical and/or mechanical trade.
• Completion of a degree or certificate program in technical training related to electrical, mechanical, or automation maintenance, or an electrician apprenticeship, is preferred. Significant work experience in electrical maintenance may substitute for formal training.
• Industrial plant maintenance experience in the construction materials industry is preferred.
• Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and electrical schematics.
• Proficiency with electrical test equipment and small hand/power tools (e.g., wrenches, drills, soldering irons, volt-ohmmeters, amp meters, circuit testers, vacuum/pressure gauges).
• Proven experience repairing and maintaining equipment drive systems, compressors, shakers/baghouses, boilers, water heaters, and conveyors, including welding and fabricating.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work outside in an aerial lift at heights up to 60 feet.
• Ability to work in an industrial plant setting with exposure to dust, noise, and heavy machinery.
• Willingness to work assigned schedules, including overtime, on-call, nights, and weekends.
• Valid driver’s license compliant with NESL’s driving standards.

Pay

Starting pay: $27.00 to $30.00/hour. Candidates with prior experience may qualify for a higher starting rate.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Vacation time
• Life insurance
• Career growth opportunities with a focus on internal promotion