Plant Maintenance Assistant - Entry Level

About Hedrick Industries

With ten operations across the Carolinas, Hedrick Industries is a leading aggregates producer in the Southeast. Hedrick’s materials have literally built the communities in which we live – our schools, roads, hospitals, parks, and homes. Crushing and selling sand, stone, and gravel is an exciting and dynamic industry with strong career growth opportunities for employees. Hedrick Industries has been a flagship American business for 100 years in North Carolina – and remains proudly family owned and operated. Learn more at www.hedrickind.com.

Location:

North Buncombe Quarry

100 Goldview Road

Asheville, NC 28804

Job Title: Plant Maintenance Assistant

Hourly Pay: $21 (Entry Level) to $25 (more experience/welding) per hour

Reports to: Site supervisor

Position Summary:

The Plant Maintenance Assistant position is an Entry Level position at our sites. It is an important position at the plant in order to maintain overall standards and aid in maintenance. The Plant Maintenance Assistant allows someone to learn about our operations. It is also a good position for someone who would like to learn the business and grow with the company. The Plant Maintenace Assistant is good for someone who likes to work outside with other people, be a part of a team, and perform different tasks throughout the day.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be eighteen years of age or older
• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States
• Must have a track-record of being a dependable employee

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Part of the quarry production team at the plant that assists in maintaining a safe and clean workspace

· Conducts daily safety and maintenance inspections

· Performs routine maintenance and clean-up

· Assists with maintenance

· Helps set-up and maintain the plant to maximize production capabilities

· Welding experience and being mechanically inclined is a plus – but not required

· Operates smaller equipment to assist with Plant Maintenance, including skid steers, manlifts, forklifts and backhoes (training will be provided)

Success Factors:

• Self-starter
• Versatile and adaptable to adjust to the needs of the business
• Openness to learn how to operate various types of mobile equipment
• Problem solving and trouble shooting skills

Essential Functions, Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Pre-employment physical exam and drug screening
• Able to work outdoors in most weather conditions
• Able to work in a physically rigorous work environment. Position may involve walking, standing, sitting, bending, and climbing stairs.

Performance Standards

At Hedrick, we value employees who live our core values of:

· Safety – Committed to high standards for your personal safety in the work environment

· Productivity - Committed to an honest day’s work and pace setting where possible

· Reliability – Arrives on time and proactively manages time off

· Positive Mindset – Is flexible, versatile, and able to support the operation in multiple ways

As a company we also value our customers and our communities. We are dedicated to supporting the regions in which we operate.

To Apply

Send your information to this post or apply in-person at the site. Include a list of work experience or resume. Please include a phone number.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you enjoy working outside?
• Do you have welding experience?

Ability to Commute:

• Asheville, NC 28804 (Required)

Work Location: In person