Plant Mechanic – Tulsa, OK

Industry: Heavy Civil / Aggregates / Construction Materials
Status: Full-Time
Timeline: Immediate / ASAP
Reporting Line: Reports to VP of Fleet / Fleet Leadership

Role Summary

A heavy civil / aggregates operation in the Tulsa area is seeking an experienced Plant Mechanic to support crushing operations and overall plant maintenance.

This is a plant-first role, not a general fleet mechanic position. The individual will primarily work on crushers, screeners, conveyors, and plant systems, while also supporting heavy equipment and trucks as needed.

Position Overview

• Primarily based at a plant location (not a travel-heavy field role)
• Reports into fleet leadership but supports plant operations directly
• Focused on maintaining uptime across crushing and material processing systems
• Open to Tulsa-area candidates first; OKC/regional candidates considered if strong

Core Requirement (Non-Negotiable)

• Direct, hands-on crusher experience is required
• Must have worked on crushers, not just around them
• Strong preference for candidates who can:
  • Troubleshoot independently
  • Perform teardown and rebuilds
  • Maintain and repair plant systems with minimal direction

Primary Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair crushers and plant processing equipment
• Maintain and repair:
  • Screeners
  • Conveyors
  • Feeders and related systems
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues
• Utilize diagnostic tools/software (CAT ET, John Deere, etc.)
• Support maintenance of heavy equipment and heavy-duty trucks as needed
• Report breakdowns, parts needs, and repair priorities to fleet leadership
• Perform post-repair inspections to ensure proper operation
• Complete work orders and maintenance documentation accurately and on time
• Maintain a clean work area or service truck and address spills immediately
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy equipment repair experience
• Required:
  • Hands-on crusher repair and maintenance experience
• Preferred:
  • Experience with screeners, conveyors, and plant systems
  • Heavy-duty truck repair experience
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred
• Must have own tools
• Basic computer skills for work orders and diagnostics
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a production environment

Candidate Profile

• Plant-focused mechanic who understands downtime = lost production
• Comfortable working around active crushing operations
• Able to diagnose and fix issues without constant supervision
• Reliable, safety-focused, and accountable
• Backgrounds may include:
  • Aggregates / quarry
  • Asphalt / paving
  • Sand & gravel
  • Heavy civil construction
  • Crushing operations