Asphalt Plant Maintenance Mechanic

 

  Job ID:  510143

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, would like to welcome you to one of the finest construction companies in Kentucky. Hinkle operates one of Kentucky’s most extensive networks of state-of-the-art asphalt paving and production supply facilities. Hinkle is committed to producing and providing our customers quality materials and service. Hinkle is a company whose reputation for quality work dates to 1942 with a strong reputation, strong community ties and a commitment to their employees that is unmatched in the industry. Hinkle employs more than 400 employees during the construction months. With multiple locations throughout central, eastern, and southern Kentucky, Hinkle prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.  CRH is the leading building materials business in the world, employing 73,000 people at 3,155 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the largest building materials business in both North America and Europe, and we also have regional positions in Asia. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of integrated building materials, products, and innovative end-to-end solutions, which can be found throughout the built environment, from major public infrastructure projects to commercial buildings and residential homes. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

This positions primary responsibilities will include but not limited to; maintenance, troubleshooting, and
mechanical repairs, to include cutting, welding, and fabrication. This position will require the candidate to effectively diagnose and make mechanical repairs to various types of conveyors, feeders, hydraulic systems, pumps, chutes, bins, hoppers, dryers, mixers, slats, silos and other production components used in an asphalt facility, with limited supervision. Candidate will also be expected to review lubrication reports and service records, as well as perform oil, lube and filter service on all assigned equipment as directed. This position will report directly to the Plant Superintendent.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Provides assistance in equipment inspections and identifies conditions (wear, alignment, function, etc.) and monitors performance as directed;
• Reports plant and/or equipment conditions to appropriate personnel as required;
• Assists plant personnel with repair and maintenance;
• Analyzes malfunctions and repairs and rebuilds conveyors and equipment;
• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear;
• Welds broken parts and structural members and other items as necessary using stick welding processes;
• Diagnose problems and perform mechanical repair;
• Perform routine preventative maintenance such as lubricating, and failure analysis;
• Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies, procedures and requirements;
• Maintains good housekeeping practices on equipment;
• Candidates must be able to work in a heavy industrial environment, exposed to weather elements, some noise; must have ability to work independently and problem-solve while