Job Description

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us.  We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Position : Millwright

Reports to: Mechanical Supervisor

Shift: 12-hour continental shift

This position starts at a rate of $49.38 per hour, with yearly increases in October . In addition, the local union, the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, offers competitive benefits and a pension package.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: 

• Health Insurance 

• Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 

• Pension Plan  

• Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays  

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Disability Pay 

• Life Insurance 

• Growth Opportunities and more! 

Summary:

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, installs, repairs, adjusts, and replaces all types of plant machinery, equipment, buildings, and tools.

What you’ll be contributing: 

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. 
• Install equipment as instructed
• Maintain mechanical equipment in proper operating condition
• Repair and troubleshoot equipment failures
• Preventative maintenance inspections on assigned equipment and complete accurate reports
• Removal of outdated and unused equipment as assigned
• Report any deficiencies to the supervisor
• Housekeeping duties as assigned
• Any other duties as assigned

To succeed in this position, you will need: 

• Completed Millwright Apprenticeship
• Possess Industrial Millwright license
• Ability to obtain a structural welding certificate

• High school graduation or equivalent is required 

• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.

• Willingness to learn, training will be provided  

• Welding, cutting, and brazing on various types of metal as assigned.

• Read blueprints and layout drawings.
• Machining (lathes, milling machines, grinders).
• Inspect, troubleshoot and identify problems with pumps, blowers, and compressors.
• Install, remove, troubleshoot and repair bucket elevator and conveyor systems.
• Bearing lubrication, application, removal, and installation processes.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and identify problems with Hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Identify, select and inspect proper rigging techniques.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and identify problems with gear drives.
• Alignment principles and tolerances.
• Work from service manuals and with OEM.
• Operate mobile equipment required to perform the job.
• Good written/oral communication skills.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Effortless mobility through all areas of the plant
• Working in confined spaces
• Working at heights
• Physical abilities to perform duties

What to expect in a cement environment: 

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure. 

What’s next for you? 

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies. 

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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