We’re seeking a Mechanical Shift Technician who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America. 

Job Title: Mechanical Shift Technician   |   Req ID: 15064   |   HR Contact: Carla J. NAVARA   |   Location: Portland Cement Plant CO

ABOUT THE ROLE
PURPOSE All duties are performed in a work-safe manner; plant safety rules are followed, and individual works as a team member. The primary responsibilities of this position are: keeping all plant production and service equipment in reliable operating condition and maintenance of equipment on the Plant.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas  
•    Practice and promote safety in such way as including but not limited to; assessing risks before starting tasks, only performing authorized activities, utilizing appropriate PPE.  
•    Exercise and encourage core values including but not limited to; developing self and coaching others by inspiration and empowerment  
•    Performs maintenance work on plant production and service equipment  
•    Maintains tools used within department  
•    Responsible for repair and elimination of product spillage  
•    Operates equipment such as a forklift, skid loader, and teleforker  
•    Operates heavy equipment such as chain falls and come-a-longs  
•    Must be able to work overtime as necessary  
•    Must be able to work independently as well as in teams  
•    Performs electric arc welding  
•    Understand and comply with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS policies to assure that environmental, health, and safety are the first priority of the business. Actively support key safety initiatives at the facility and assist the department as needed to improve EHS performance and results  
•    Performs maintenance duties in accordance with safety procedures  
•    Performs maintenance duties following standard work instructions to ensure proper utilization This position will have an alternating schedule of days and nights working 6:00-6:00   

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education:  High School diploma/GED; The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s/Technical degree in a maintenance related field Required Work Experience:  3-5 years of working in maintenance.
Required Technical Skills:  Knowledge of processing methods and appropriate planning techniques. Proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
 
Additional Requirements: 
•    Prior cement plant experience or the equivalent to be familiar with all processes, locations and functions  
•    Must pass Bennett Comprehension Test  
•    Knowledge of mechanic, replace defective parts of a machine, adjust clearances and alignment of moving parts.  
•    Experience on Align machines and equipment, using hoists, jacks, hand tools, squares, rules, micrometers, etc..  
•    Understand, read and interpret blueprints, schematics and detailed repair drawings related to construction and able to draw mechanic parts to be built.  
•    Knowledgeable in the Plant safety procedures and regulations  
•    Must be proficient in the safe usage of the basic tools of the position  
•    While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to  
•    Travel through a cement plant, i.e., walk over obstacles, climb stairs and ladders, lift heavy or awkward parts, wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, fall protection, respirators, etc.), work in outside weather conditions with exposure to extreme cold and heat.  
•    Ability to carry out Welding, Oxy Cutting, fabrication, and basic machining jobs.  
•    Able to perform lifting & rigging activities  
•    Ability to communicate effectively with all levels  
•    Ability to carry out corrective maintenance in the following equipment: Bucket Elevator maintenance Belt Conveyor maintenance Hopper/Chute/Casing maintenance Crusher maintenance Stacker maintenance Reclaimer maintenance General Gearbox maintenance Blower, Compressor & Dryer maintenance Bag filter maintenance Air slide maintenance Apron Feeder maintenance Fan maintenance Chain Conveyor maintenance Screw Conveyor maintenance Lubrication equipment and hydraulic system Tool application Valves & fittings Bearing removal & installation Pump maintenance Air Blaster maintenance  
•    Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
 
WHAT WE OFFER
•    Competitive salary
•    Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
•    Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance  
•    Holistic Health & Well-being programs
•    Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
•    Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
•    Paid time off & paid holidays
•    Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
•    Educational Assistance Program
•    Dress for your day
 
Accepting applications until 12/10/2025