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Plant Maintenance Specialist (Night Shift)

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LocationNorth Dinwiddie, VA, United States
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 22, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Ability to perform inspections of critical areas
Ability to execute routine maintenance tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to assist with larger maintenance jobs
Ability to conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections
Ability to lubricate moving parts and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks
Ability to troubleshoot and replace basic mechanical components (conveyor belts, idlers, pulleys, water pumps)
Ability to perform structural repairs and hard facing using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment
Ability to replace heavy wear parts (crusher liners, shaker screens)
Strict adherence to MSHA and OSHA regulations
Ability to execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols
Ability to maintain a hazard-free work area
Ability to observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation to identify anomalies by sight or sound
Ability to perform minor adjustments
Ability to record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records
Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment
Ability to identify signs of equipment malfunction and understand and report them to maintenance team
Communication
Safety Awareness
Work Ethic
Attention to Detail
Collaboration
Technical Expertise
***Night Shift: Approximate schedule is 4:30pm-2:30am Mon-Fri***
Job Summary
The Plant Maintenance Specialist (Night Shift) is responsible for understanding plant operations and contributing to site goals. This role involves performing inspections of critical areas, executing routine maintenance tasks with minimal supervision, and assisting with larger maintenance jobs. The position serves as a key step in developing technical expertise and operational awareness.
Essential Functions
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections, lubricate moving parts, and complete scheduled preventative maintenance tasks to prevent component failures.
• Troubleshoot and replace basic mechanical components, including conveyor belts, idlers, pulleys, and water pumps.
• Perform structural repairs, hard facing, and replace heavy wear-parts (such as crusher liners and shaker screens) using welding, cutting, and grinding equipment.
• Strictly adhere to MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) and OSHA regulations, execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and maintain a hazard-free work area.
• Observe aggregate crushing, washing, and screening areas during operation to identify anomalies by sight or sound and perform minor adjustments.
• Record and maintain service logs, lubrication reports, and maintenance records for plant equipment.
Critical Competencies
• Communication - Ability to clearly and effectively convey information, ideas, and messages to others in both written and verbal formats; can express one’s thoughts clearly but also demonstrate active listening, understands the needs of the audience, and adapts the message to ensure it is understood.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Work Ethic - Demonstrates commitment and dedication toward completing tasks with high standards of quality, responsibility, and diligence; demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong sense of personal responsibility in fulfilling job duties.
• Attention to Detail- Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks, ensuring that no aspects or elements are overlooked; meticulous and precise when handling information, performing tasks, or delivering work, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results.
• Collaboration - Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals by fostering teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect. It involves actively listening, sharing ideas, problem-solving collectively, and leveraging diverse skills and perspectives. Strong collaboration requires adaptability, conflict resolution, and a willingness to support team members, ensuring productivity and a positive work environment.
• Technical Expertise -Solid mechanical understanding of mobile equipment, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues. Ability to identify signs of equipment malfunction, understand and report them to the maintenance team.