SIMON | Plant Mechanic

Job Summary:

Under general direction, sets up, maintains, and repairs Asphalt production plant equipment; assists with plant operations as needed.

Main Responsibilities:

•    Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
•    Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies 
•    Observe safety procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly
•    Communicate professionally in person, over the phone, and on company radio channels 
•    Perform manual/physical tasks required in plant operation and maintenance activities
•    Work closely with plant operators, equipment operators, drivers and others in completion of assigned tasks
•    Maintain plant equipment and facilities to meet operating requirements and objectives to reduce downtime
•    Review and follow highly technical and complex machinery manuals 
•    Visually inspect and test plant machinery and equipment
•    Perform preventative maintenance tasks on plant equipment and facilities
•    Perform repairs to worn processing equipment according to plant standards
•    Repair broken or defective machine parts, using welding and brazing tools
•    Inspect lubrication of mechanical equipment, record data for running equipment, take lab samples as required
•    Disassemble machine parts when transporting or repairing them, and reassemble the parts; assist with plant mobilization processes as needed
•    Collect data for preventative and predictive plant maintenance projects
•    Inspect lubrication of mechanical equipment, record data for running equipment, take lab samples as required
•    Change oil and filters on fixed and mobile machinery
•    Operate mobile heavy industrial equipment and/or company vehicles used to complete maintenance and perform other tasks involved in plant maintenance and operation as required
•    Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned

Education:

•    High school diploma or equivalent experience (GED)
•    Vocational/tech school training in industrial maintenance, similar field, and/or completion of accredited Millwright certificate/training program preferred (or equivalent combination of training and experience)
•    Valid drivers’ license with ability to maintain a clean driving history required

Skills:

•    3+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience with asphalt production plant or similar equipment preferred
•    Proficiency in operation of industrial and heavy equipment 
•    Proficiency with mobile devices and other technology used in daily operations
•    Ability to read and interpret signage and/or written instructions (safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.)
•    Solid mechanical skill necessary to repair and/or maintain industrial/plant equipment 
•    Ability to problem-solve and recommend solutions
•    Ability to work in a team environment and independently with general guidance and limited direct supervision
•    Ability to interact professionally with others and clearly communicate information

Physical Requirements:

•    Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
•    Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
•    Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle, and manipulate objects
•    Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear) 
•    Regularly required to read and understand signage, labels, and written instructions
•    Regularly required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 
•    Regularly required to stand/work on feet for long periods, and walk across uneven terrain
•    Occasionally exposed to working from high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock
•    Mining environment; regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, airborne particles, fuel/chemicals, loud noise, moving equipment/parts, and vibration

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation*: $33.00-$38.00 DOE

*Estimated target starting compensation; actual compensation to be determined based on assessment of an individual's qualifications, education, and experience relevant to the role.

Benefits: All full-time hourly employees are eligible to participate in Simon benefits as defined in plan documents. Available benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, term life insurance, supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, 401K with company match, short-term disability, flexible spending plan, and education assistance. Other benefits include eight paid holidays and access to available company discounts. 

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Application window anticipated to close on 12/15/2024; open until filled.