Alternative Fuels Technician

We are looking for an Alternative Fuels Technician to join our Midlothian TX team. Under supervision of Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for the staging areas for incoming fuel, the stationary processing equipment itself, mobile equipment required to support job duties, and the delivery equipment for fuel to the pyro process.

Why apply?

• Competitive wages.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Company provided benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

About the role

Job Responsibilities

• Responds to the central control room operator needs.
• Perform lockouts and release stored energy as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment.
• Lubricates equipment.
• Performs repairs to equipment.
• Keeps the process area clean.
• Keeps the process area organized in the field.
• Resets 480V electrical equipment.
• Conduct routine audits / inspection of the area in scope.
• Supplies whole tires, PEF and purchased chips to the process.
• Insure material flow is maintained.
• Thoroughly understand the TDF reduction and handling process.
• Write work orders.
• Other duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Behave in a manner consistent with the Midlothian Plant Code of Conduct.
• Be a self-starter.
• Mobile equipment skills - will have or be able to demonstrate within 120 days.
  • Skid Steer
  • Loader
  • Forklift
  • Yard mule
• Technical Skills – will have or develop within a maximum 120 days.
  • Basic Mechanical knowledge
  • Welding
  • Rigging use of hoisting devices – slings, chokers , chain falls, come a longs
• Use all manner of hand tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hrs.).
• Walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground).
• Climb stairs and ladders as high as 200 feet in elevation.
• Physical ability to climb on equipment.
• Must be able to walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs, and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spaces.
• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings.
• Drive automobile to various plant sites and work locations. Must be able to travel (air/auto) overnight as needed.
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln process.
• Will have exposure to all levels of noise that require use of hearing protection.
• Exposure to cement, clay, limestone and various lab chemicals. See MSDS for more details.

About Us

Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands-on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges that you will face.

We offer:

• A friendly and team-oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands-on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.

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QUIKRETE® Heavy Construction Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a workforce with well-qualified individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, transgender status, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, status with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic/status protected by law. QUIKRETE® Heavy Construction Materials is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the QUIKRETE® Heavy Construction Materials Recruiting team at (404) 634-9100.