Plant Utility
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Position Summary:
The Plant Utility Person is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and housekeeping of asphalt, concrete, or aggregate plants. This role plays a key part in ensuring plant equipment and facilities operate safely and efficiently.
This position requires flexibility to work across multiple plant locations and schedules, including overtime and weekends as needed. Work is performed with general guidance, and the employee is expected to work independently within established procedures.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Follow all company safety policies, MSHA, and OSHA regulations
Maintain a clean and orderly plant environment
Perform general plant housekeeping and cleanup, including using high-pressure hoses, maintaining drainage systems, removing debris such as stone, sand, and muck
Inspect plant equipment and report mechanical issues
Operate equipment such as Haul Truck, Skid steer, Front-end loader, Dump truck, Sweeper
Assist with maintenance and repairs, including replacing parts and components, lubricating machinery (bearings, gears, conveyors), changing gearbox oils
Identify equipment issues by observing performance and listening for irregular sounds
Assist in assembling, installing, and maintaining pipe systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, valves, gauges, and regulators
Operate cutting torch and/or welding equipment as needed
Climb stairs and catwalks to perform maintenance tasks
Load and unload materials and supplies
Assist in maintaining maintenance records and reporting completed work
Support team operations and production goals
Perform other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required:
Basic mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting ability
Ability to safely use hand tools and maintenance equipment
Ability to read and follow basic instructions and safety procedures
Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Strong attention to safety and detail
Basic computer skills preferred but not required
Education And/Or Experience:
High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required
Minimum of one (1) year of related industrial, plant, or mechanical experience preferred
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered
Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:
Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required
Work Environment:
- This role operates in an industrial plant environment with exposure to outdoor weather conditions, dust, noise, and vibration, moving mechanical equipment, climbing stairs, ladders, and catwalks, physical labor including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods
What We Offer:
2 weeks PTO (80 hours)
8 paid holidays starting on day one
Medical insurance with two plan option
Company-paid dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) / Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Company-paid life insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with discretionary employer match (fully vested after 3 years)
Opportunities for career growth and d