Plant Mechanic

Location: Fort Collins, CO

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. To learn more about Simon visit www.simonteam.com.

To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Under general direction, installs, maintains, and repairs plant machinery, equipment, and physical structures related to aggregate quarry and plant crushing operations; also assists with general plant/quarry operations as needed.

Qualified candidates will have a solid mechanical aptitude and basic to intermediate welding and fabrication experience. Must be willing to perform a variety of duties in all areas of plant operations and enjoy working primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions. 

Main Responsibilities

• Embrace the Company’s safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Support, promote, and practice the Company core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Observe safety procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials accurately
• Communicate professionally with others in person, over the phone, and on company radio channels 
•  Perform manual/physical tasks required in plant operation and maintenance activities
• Work closely with plant operators, equipment operators, drivers and others in completion of assigned tasks
• Maintain plant equipment and facilities to meet operating requirements and objectives
• Visually inspect and test plant machinery and equipment
• Perform maintenance tasks on plant equipment and facilities
• Perform repairs to worn processing equipment according to plant standards
• Collect data for preventative and predictive plant maintenance projects
• Perform welding and cutting assignments, including fabrication for plant equipment and structures
• Inspect lubrication of mechanical equipment, record data for running equipment, take lab samples as required
• Change oil and filters on fixed and mobile machinery
• Operate mobile heavy industrial equipment and/or company vehicles used to complete maintenance and perform other tasks involved in plant maintenance and operation as required
• Perform other duties and assist with projects as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid driver’s license; required to maintain acceptable driving record
• MSHA certification or ability to acquire certification required

Skills

• 3+ years of industrial mechanical maintenance experience with aggregate processing (crushing) equipment
• Proficiency in operation of industrial and heavy equipment 
• Proficiency with mobile devices and other technology used in daily operations
• Ability to read and interpret signage and/or written instructions (safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, etc.)
• Solid mechanical skill related to industrial/plant equipment maintenance
• Basic to intermediate welding skill
• Ability to problem-solve and recommend solutions
• Ability to work in a team environment with general guidance and limited supervision
• Ability to interact professionally with others and clearly communicate information

Physical Requirements

• Wear and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear), and perform tasks requiring visual acuity
• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle, and manipulate objects
• Regularly required to read and understand signage, labels, and written instructions
• Regularly required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 
• Occasionally exposed to working from high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock
• Mining environment; regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, airborne particles, fuel/chemicals, loud noise, moving equipment/parts, and vibration

Benefits and Perks

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Product and Service Group Discount Programs

Compensation*

$27-$33/Hr DOE

*Estimated target starting compensation; actual compensation to be determined based on assessment of an individual’s qualifications, education, and experience relevant to the role.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job...

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details, please click here to view the EEO document.

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