Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for daily maintenance activities related to plant equipment, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations.

Requirements

• Perform hands-on maintenance and operational tasks to support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Schedule, assign, and oversee maintenance and repair tasks for motor control centers, conveyors, screens, feeders, water/slurry pumps, and other stationary processing equipment
• Inspect equipment regularly to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions
• Promote, support and enforce safe work practices, including proper Lockout/Tagout procedures, hazard identification, and use of PPE
• Collaborate with operations to prioritize work orders and support plant reliability.
• Deliver reports and actionable recommendations to Operations Manager and Senior Leadership to support informed decision-making
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and assist with complex repairs as needed
• Ensure the completion of preventive and predictive maintenance tasks by established schedules to maximize operational productivity
• Monitor and track maintenance activities using current resources; ensure the accurate documentation of work performed
• Ensure that support staff and operators possess the necessary skills and experience to perform their duties effectively and contribute to smooth operational performance
• Train and mentor maintenance helpers, fostering a strong safety culture and high-performance work ethic
• Assist with spare parts management, ordering parts, and coordination with vendors or contractors
• Manage supply and tool inventory to minimize downtime and sustain operations
• Coordinate with appropriate vendors for external support and warranties
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of recurring equipment failures and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform welding, torch cutting, and grinding tasks as needed for maintenance, fabrication, and repair of equipment and infrastructure
• Ensure work area is kept clean and free of debris to support safety and efficiency
• Perform routine housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness of tools, equipment, and work areas

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Benefits
• 401(k) or other retirement plan