Senior Plant Maintenance Technician

About The Job

Senior Plant Maintenance Technician – 260000VD. Responsible for maintaining site reliability by performing high‑quality inspections, troubleshooting basic preventative maintenance (PM) tasks, and executing routine maintenance with no supervision. This role includes replacing basic components and assisting in minimizing unplanned downtime through proactive maintenance efforts.

• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including wearing appropriate PPE and following MSHA/OSHA regulations.
• Maintain a high level of situational awareness to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of yourself and others.
• Report any safety concerns, incidents, or equipment malfunctions promptly.

• Follow a preventative maintenance schedule for equipment to avoid unexpected breakdowns, which might involve component changes, tear‑downs, and rebuilds.
• Inspect and replace key components crucial for maintaining efficient plant operations.
• Troubleshoot the root cause of simple issues quickly and efficiently, fixing minor equipment problems immediately to avoid larger breakdowns.

• Monitor equipment performance, such as crushers, screens, and conveyors, to ensure they operate at full capacity.
• Review and update equipment logs to identify patterns in maintenance needs and determine if equipment is being overused or consistently breaking down, adjusting the operational schedule or suggesting repairs before larger issues arise.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in operations, preferably within the aggregate industry.
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Strong understanding of safety protocols and MSHA/OSHA regulations.
  • Strong understanding of plant operations and maintenance requirements.
  • Proficiency in conducting thorough inspections of all site areas.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic PM and maintenance issues.
  • Knowledge of component replacement and its impact on plant performance.
  • Ability to independently perform routine maintenance and component changes.
  • Detail‑oriented approach to inspections and identifying potential failures.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for basic mechanical and operational issues.
  • Effective collaboration with team members to support plant operations.
  • Dependable, safety‑conscious, and able to work effectively within a team.
  • Proactive mindset in minimizing unplanned downtime and improving reliability.

• Hourly Range: $30.00 – $33.00 per hour, plus discretionary bonus or equity package.
• Great Company Culture: A competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open‑mindedness, and communication.
• Safe:
  Industry leader in health and safety standards, committed to a safe work environment.
• Meaningful Work:
  Aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
• Health Benefits:
  
  Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.
• Rest and Relaxation:
  Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• Prepare for the Future: 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• Training and Development:
  Development programs and support for employee growth.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The Company may at any time, in its sole discretion, modify or vary from anything stated in this job description, with or without notice.

Vulcan Materials Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.