Asphalt Plant Maintenance (Welder)

Job ID: 530552

Since 1947, Harrison Construction Company, a CRH company, has been the preferred source for ground-level site construction throughout eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina.

Committed to quality, service and safety, our integrated products and services enable us to build and manage site development projects from concept through construction.

In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.

CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America.

We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada.

CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Position Overview
The ability to diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, such as cranes, bulldozers, graders and conveyors, used in construction and asphalt industries.

Also includes truck maintenance and repair on any type of diesel engine.

Welding experience using many techniques, tools and materials knowledge and expertise is preferred.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)


* Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.


* Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.


* Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects


* Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.


* Perform routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.


* Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, jacks and hoists.


* Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper working condition.


* Raise trucks, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks and hoists.


* Overhaul and test machines or equipment to ensure operating efficiency.



* Fit bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.



* Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.


* Examine parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.


* Perform routine maintenance such as checking batteries.


* Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.



* Attach test instruments to equipment and read dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.


* Inspect, test, and listen to defective equ...