Plant Maintenance - Aggregates - Waterloo, NE

Job ID:  503952

Lyman-Richey Sand & Gravel Company, A CRH Company, has been supplying aggregate materials for construction and development projects for more than 130 years. What began with a single clamshell dredge and a horse and wagon has evolved into a large-scale production and trucking business with several plants in the Omaha metro area along Nebraska’s Platte River.

Position Overview

The Plant Maintenance Technician will repair, maintain and install equipment and building operations including aggregate pit and other miscellaneous equipment. This employee will troubleshoot and determine appropriate repairs, replacing defective parts as needed.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Job responsibilities include plant maintenance, repair, and ad installation operations as assigned.
• Performing special maintenance projects and maintenance and repair on all facility equipment.
• Troubleshoot and determine appropriate repairs, replacing defective parts as needed.
• Maintain machinery and mechanical equipment in use at the plant.
• Completion of the necessary paperwork that is required as well as communicating any maintenance that needs completed to management.
• Safely welds together metal components of products with welding equipment.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This includes all equipment as well as the facility.
• Ensures that equipment and facilities are following CRH, MSHA/OSHA, and EPA safety practices and regulations.
• Works with Operations and Plant Managers to schedule and perform annual plant and equipment certifications.
• Works with Plant Managers to establish timing of scheduled production plant maintenance according to factors such as production schedules, personnel for assistance, and availability of parts and equipment required for the repair.
• Work in a safe and professional manner including engaging in Lyman-Richey and CRH’s safety program including daily inspections, risk assessment, and proper use of all Personal Protective Equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Associates in Electrical/Mechanical Technology, Project Management or similar preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience with plant maintenance preferred.
• Experience in the building materials/construction industry preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be proficient in use of a computer and ability to learn usage of industry programs.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must be able to attain Crane Operator, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, Loader, and Forklift Certifications.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license. CDL is a plus.
• DOT Medical Certificate required for class of maintenance vehicles driven.

Key Competencies

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to manipulate or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception. 

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Depending on site location, the noise level in the work environment can range from moderate to loud.  Hearing protection will be necessary in loud environments.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Lyman-Richey Sand & Gravel Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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