Plant Maint Mechanic I

Posted:
7/15/2026, 11:49:34 PM

Location(s):
New York, United States ⋅ Town of Ithaca, New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

Pay:
$24–$32/hr

Line of Business: RMC

Copilot said:

Plant Maintenance Mechanic

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical equipment to ensure safe and reliable plant operations.
  • Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on conveyors, crushers, motors, pumps, and other production equipment.
  • Install, align, and replace mechanical components to minimize downtime and improve equipment performance.
  • Utilize maintenance systems, work orders, and documentation to support operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.

What Are We Looking For

  • Demonstrated ability to diagnose, maintain, and repair industrial mechanical equipment.
  • Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance practices, mechanical systems, and equipment reliability.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and equipment drawings.
  • Commitment to workplace safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
  • Capability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Conditions of Employment

  • Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States and comply with all company safety requirements.

Work Environment

  • Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level.

What We Offer

  • $24.00-32.00 per hour
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
    • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
    • Paid Bonding Leave, 10 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Heidelberg Materials

Website: https://www.heidelbergmaterials.com/

Headquarter Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1874

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Building Material ⋅ Construction ⋅ Manufacturing

Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas