Plant Maintenance

Job Summary

Plant Maintenance is responsible for the safe repair and maintenance of ready-mix operations to include plant machinery, material screws, conveyors, pumps, dust collectors, bins, silos, hoppers and reclaimers. This individual is expected to complete pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, submit required daily documentation, and assist in plant operations as needed.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

$31.20-$39.00 per hour/ DOE

Responsibilities

• Perform safety/mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment
• Address any housekeeping issues within the work area
• Proper use of company provided and/or own tools to complete repair and maintenance tasks
• Able to use welder and cutting torches to repair and maintain plant equipment
• Understand all CalPortland policies and procedures
• Understand and comply with OSHA rules and regulations
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must
• Able to work irregular and extended hours and weekends to complete maintenance, repairs within the facility
• Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) always

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Familiarity with construction materials – sand, gravel, concrete, etc.
• Ability to operate mobile equipment to include front end loaders, skid steer, backhoe, water truck and forklift. 
• Have experience or other experiences including welding, fabricating, belt splicing, and/or familiarity working around screens and sand screws, etc.
• Knowledge of various ready-mix plant equipment including hoppers, feeders, conveyors, screens, silos, and reclaimers
• Familiarity with OSHA safety rules and regulations
• Ability to use various hand tools and equipment as necessary
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather (heat, cold, rain) for shifts up to 12 hours in length
• Able to lift 50 pounds frequently, up to 100 pounds occasionally, climb stairs/ladders, and walk on uneven or rough terrain
• Punctual and reliable, with adequate means of transportation to arrive at work when scheduled

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.