What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Maintenance Technician position at Turner Mining Group?
Position overview
Turner Staffing Group is hiring a Plant Maintenance Technician for an aggregate quarry in Torrance, Pennsylvania. You will keep the crushing and processing plant running safely by inspecting, maintaining and repairing equipment, and by fixing breakdowns quickly to limit downtime. Ideal candidates have 6 months of experience maintaining crushing or plant equipment.
Compensation and schedule
- Pay: $25.50/hr
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4:00 pm–2:00 am
- Overtime and weekend work as needed for repairs and planned shutdowns
Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain and repair crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders and other plant equipment
- Replace wear parts such as crusher liners, screen media, belts, idlers and bearings
- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical problems to restore production quickly
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication and equipment inspections
- Support planned shutdowns and major component change-outs
- Record completed work, parts used and equipment condition
- Follow MSHA regulations and site safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and conveyor guarding
- Report safety hazards and equipment issues to the plant supervisor
Required qualifications
- Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial, quarry or mining setting
- Working knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic systems
- Ability to use hand tools, power tools and basic diagnostic equipment
- Ability to work overtime, weekends and shutdowns when needed
- Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
Preferred qualifications and physical requirements
Preferred:
- 6 months of experience maintaining crushing or plant equipment
- Current MSHA Part 46 training
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Physical requirements:
- Lift and carry up to 50 lbs
- Climb stairs, ladders and catwalks; work at heights and in confined spaces
- Work outdoors in heat, cold, dust and noise
- Wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection and steel-toe boots
Salary : $6 - $26