Industrial Maintenance Technician - Hastings, NE

Job ID:  517119

Founded 150 years ago by a Civil War veteran and pioneer, Gerhold Concrete Company, Inc., A CRH Company, is a major regional supplier of concrete and building materials with 15 locations across Nebraska and Iowa, serving areas in central and northeastern Nebraska, southeastern South Dakota, and western Iowa. 

Position Overview

The Plant Maintenance Technician will repair, maintain and install equipment and building operations including ready-mix plant 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.
• Diagnose and repair various electrical and plumbing needs at multiple plant locations.
• Completion of the necessary paperwork that is required as well as communicating any maintenance that needs completed to management.
• 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, 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.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs, regularly lift and/or move 20-30lbs and frequently lift and/or move 5-15lbs.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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!

Gerhold Concrete Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability