Mechanic \/ Heavy Maintenance at Martin Marietta Materials in Fort Dodge, Iowa

Job Description:

Description

Martin Marietta is currently looking for a versatile mechanic at our underground Fort Dodge Mine. This position will perform preventative maintenance on all types of diesel-powered equipment, mechanical repairs on diesel-powered mobile equipment as well as aggregate plant equipment (loaders, dozers, crushers, conveyors, etc.) Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairs of heavy equipment, rebuilds, removal and installation of mechanical parts.



Essential Functions

• This position performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics and makes repairs on all on-site mobile and stationary equipment in the safest, most effective way possible to avoid downtime.


• Performs diagnostic tasks to properly source parts and accurately repair all on-site mobile and stationary equipment.


• Cleans, lubricates, and performs preventative maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.


• Perform fabrication and metal work when necessary.


• Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools, as needed.


• Operates and inspects machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.


• Overhauls and tests machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.


• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear, repairing and replacing damaged or worn parts.


• Troubleshoots and rewires mobile equipment electrical systems.


• Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with the manufacturer's specifications.


• Research, order, and maintain the inventory of parts responsibly for service and repairs.


• Plan with management on services and repairs that will put equipment down during production hours.


• Aides with the training of coworkers as needed.


• Keep a clean and organized designated work area, staying in compliance with Martin Marietta and MSHA's policies.


• Turn in paperwork daily with accurate hours and fuel usage, along with PM sheets.


• This position will have an emphasis on tracking, performing, and closing out all PMs for mobile and stationary equipment on time.


• Ability to navigate internal reporting tools on the computer/tablet.


• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Safety Acumen


• Teamwork


• Problem-Solving


• Communication


• Critical Thinking


• Analytical Skills

Work Environment

This position operates 100% at our Fort Dodge Mine. This job operates both underground and on the surface of a mining operation.



Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.


Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position that regularly requires long hours and weekend work. Typical schedule is Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm, Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.



Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Additional schooling/certifications a plus


• 3-5 years of heavy equipment experience

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Knowledge of Cat ET/SIS is helpful


• Experience with Caterpillar, Komatsu, and John Deere quarry/construction equipment/diesel engine repairs.


• Must be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated


• Will take an active role in the plant safety initiatives

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice


This is a safety-sensitive role and Martin Marietta will continue to require drug testing that does include testing for cannabis/THC.


A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.


At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.


In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program - for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apply Now