Plant Maintenance Technician

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support.

Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing. Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver.

Dolese Delivers:

• Stable Foundation
• Treat with Respect
• Safe Environments
• Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY

Grow your career with a company built on Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Stewardship. As a Plant Maintenance Tech at Dolese, you will perform basic maintenance activities on fixed plant equipment to support safe and efficient operations. This entry-level role focuses on preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and supporting basic repair activities while developing foundational mechanical skills and a basic understanding of fixed plant equipment systems under direct supervision.

WHY JOIN US

We are people, building communities from the ground up. For our employees, we are focused on building careers. Joining our team means:

• Stability & Legacy: Be part of a company with more than a century of success, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to our employees.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop foundational skills through hands-on maintenance activities, equipment inspections, and exposure to fixed plant systems to support reliable operations.
• Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly support safe and efficient plant operations by helping maintain equipment reliability and minimizing disruptions to production.
• Supportive Culture: Our employees support one another and our customers through our service values: Champion Kindness, Incite Enthusiasm, Build Relationships, and Provide Innovative Solutions. We value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform preventive maintenance activities on fixed plant equipment including conveyors, screen units, crushers, and vibrating feeders following established procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance activities, including equipment inspections, lubrication, and basic welding, under direct supervision to support equipment upkeep and daily work activities.
• Assist with basic corrective maintenance tasks on fixed plant equipment under direct supervision.
• Perform basic electrical troubleshooting tasks (480V and below) with guidance and escalate to electrical team as needed.
• Perform daily pre‐ and post-operational equipment inspections by following established procedures and accurately documenting equipment condition in compliance with company policies.
• Maintain safe and organized work areas by performing cleanup of plant maintenance areas and supporting general site conditions.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and MSHA regulations by consistently applying safe work practices and identifying potential hazards.
• Observe work area conditions and communicate equipment or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Regular, reliable attendance at the assigned worksite.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in industrial or plant maintenance involving fixed plant equipment, or in quarry or plant environments preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and develop basic mechanical troubleshooting skills on assigned fixed plant equipment through training and on-the-job experience.
• Develop the ability to assist with simple improvised repairs using basic mechanical creativity.
• Develop a basic understanding of equipment alignment and rotating equipment fundamentals.
• Develop a basic understanding of equipment failure modes and ability to apply basic failure recognition.
• Ability to complete required documentation, both in written form and within digital systems, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing work demands.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance, work performance, and workplace behavior.
• Willingness and ability to perform physically demanding labor.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overtime, and weekends as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 75 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects.
• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and sitting.
• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to use vibration producing tools frequently.
• Ability to work near, around, or on light or heavy equipment.
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.

EEO Statement:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.