MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Argos, with over 80 years in the market, has become a benchmark in the industry of cement, ready mix concrete and aggregates through our operations in Colombia, the United States, Central America and the Caribbean. Our business model focuses on the client and on sustainable development, which means it is economically viable, respects people, and is environmentally friendly and responsible.

As a leader in its industry, Argos USA changes lives through the construction of building materials that encourage the dreams of millions around the U.S.

We are a team of talented individuals connected and united by the superior purpose of transforming the future through sustainable construction. We promote our employee's growth thanks to continuous learning and the challenges we all face in a dynamic, innovative, respectful and inclusive environment where the balance between work and life is paramount. We are diverse, creative and committed; working together while being supported by Argos’ competitive benefits program.

Join our experience, explore your possibilities and transform the future with us!

Primary duties

• Rigging, piping, welding, and cutting.
• Disassembled and repaired mechanical components such as pneumatics and hydraulics and conveyed and rotated equipment according to specifications.
• Be familiar with all types of material handling equipment, such as belt conveyors, bucket elevators, dust collectors, etc. I have experience with precision coupling and belt drive alignment techniques, as well as various types of bearings and their applications.
• Inspection, repair, and replacement of conveyor systems, air slides, belts, elevators, pneumatic systems, chains, and other related equipment.
• Observing and testing the operation of machinery and equipment to diagnose malfunctions using applicable testing devices.
• Maintenance and repair of dust collector systems and conducting routine preventive maintenance on process and auxiliary equipment.
• Reading schedules and attending company training sessions, including safety, equipment modification/updates, process changes, and sessions mandated by regulatory agencies.
• Making mechanical assessments and taking corrective action with follow-up.
• Working safely to prevent on-the-job injuries by observing safety policies and procedures, operating practices, and always wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. Follow all safety procedures and adhere strictly to the LOTO(TO) policies.
• Attending all applicable classes, education, and training for this position.
• Additional duties may be assigned at the supervisor’s discretion, as well as performing minor preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and minor machine adjustments to belt conveyors and V-belts.
• Performing housekeeping in areas of responsibility to ensure plant and equipment are safe for operation and maintenance work.
• Completing workplace inspections before starting any work using the current FRA form.

Educational requirements

• HS Diploma/GED.
• Must have Industrial Maintenance experience (certifications are preferred).

Experience/Skills requirements

• Complete online assessment evaluation.
• Hands-on Testing.
• In-Person Interview.
• Ability to work in extreme heat and cold, exposed to external weather conditions.
• Ability to work in noisy and dusty conditions.
• Must be able to work overtime on occasion, be on a rotating call schedule and work some holidays as required.

The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the teammate will be regularly required to talk and hear; use fingers and hands to handle and/or feel; use eyesight for depth perceptions, close, distant, peripheral, and color vision; stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Occasional exposure to walking on rocky, irregular surfaces that may be muddy and in reduced lighting conditions, moving mechanical parts, electrical equipment, high and/or confined spaces, fumes, airborne particles, and outside weather conditions. Occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) lbs. independently and tolerate moderate noise levels.

Languages

English C2

$30.12 Per Hour

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