Mechanic, Manufacturing ​/ Production

M&R Ready Mix, Inc. Mechanic

M&R Ready Mix, Inc. is part of The Gerken Companies
, a family of businesses built on integrity, safety, and long‑term success.

Our values guide how we work every day:

• Integrity in every decision, from maintenance work to teamwork
• Safety as a shared responsibility across every plant and jobsite
• Shared success that creates stable, rewarding careers
• Professional development through training and advancement opportunities
• Community support because we live where we work and care about the places we serve

If you’re a skilled mechanic who enjoys hands‑on work, variety, and keeping essential equipment running, this could be the opportunity for you!

We’re hiring a Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on concrete batch plants and related equipment, including trucks and loaders. This role supports plant operations and may involve equipment operation as needed.

This role supports plant operations across the area, with travel between locations as needed during the workday.

This is a full‑time, year‑round position based in Pettisville, Ohio and surrounding areas
.

• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on concrete batch plants, mixers, conveyors, and related equipment
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical systems
• Maintain and repair trucks, loaders, and mobile equipment
• Operate a front‑end loader to manage aggregate bins and stockpiles
• Operate a concrete batch plant when needed to ensure accurate production
• Monitor plant performance and make adjustments to improve efficiency
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment
• Coordinate with supervisors, drivers, and dispatch to minimize downtime
• Perform routine inspections and identify potential issues
• Maintain regular in‑person attendance
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Prolonged periods of standing
• Ability to safely access and navigate plant facilities, including climbing ladders
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  
  Willingness to work outside normal business hours as operational needs require

• Strong mechanical aptitude in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
• Welding and burning skills
• Experience operating heavy equipment, such as front‑end loaders
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience with concrete plants, aggregate operations, or similar industrial equipment preferred

• Company‑paid or discounted YMCA membership
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer contribution to Health Savings Account with High Deductible Health Plan
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with employer match
• Company‑paid life insurance policy
• Paid Time Off (Personal, Holiday, Bereavement)
• Cell phone stipend
• Company truck provided for work‑related travel

If you’re ready to put your mechanical skills to work in a hands‑on, team‑focused environment with long‑term stability, we encourage you to apply!

M&R Ready Mix, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Accessibility:
If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: 419‑533‑7701 Email:

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.