Maintenance Tech III - Kermit Plant - Kermit, TX

Iron Oak Energy, a leading provider of proppant to the oil and gas industry with a differentiated footprint of low-cost, logistically advantaged mining and terminal assets serving all major U.S. shale basins. Iron Oak Energy Solutions, formed from the strategic combination of Covia Energy and Black Mountain Sand to create a premier frac sand mining company, delivering superior products and solutions to diversified oil and natural gas markets across North America. The combination positions Iron Oak Energy with unmatched scale, reliability, and deliverability to customers in all major oil and gas shale plays.

Iron Oak Energy is seeking a Maintenance III, to be based out of the company’s Kermit, TX. facility. The Maintenance III role will be accountable for ensuring the safe and productive operation of the plant and must possess aptitude for multiple disciplines and be proficient in the operation of equipment associated with all functional areas within the plant. This position is on a 1 week on/1 week off rotation and will be a day shift role, working 6:00am - 6:00pm.

Key Responsibilities:

Safety

• Comply with applicable MSHA regulations as outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and procedures applying to the worker or person that are part of a safety and health management system for the mine.


• If the worker has information that other persons need to know to fulfil their obligations or duties under the CFR, or to protect themselves from the risk of injury or illness, to give the information to the other persons.


• Take any other reasonable and necessary course of action to ensure anyone is not exposed to an unacceptable level of risk.


• Work or carry out the worker’s activities in a way that does not expose the worker or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk.


• Ensure, to the extent of the responsibilities and duties allocated to the worker or person, that the work and activities under the worker’s control, supervision, or leadership is conducted in a way that does not expose the worker or person or someone else to an unacceptable level of risk.


• To the extent of the worker’s or person’s involvement, to participate in and conform to the risk management practices of the operation.


• Comply with instructions given for safety and health of persons by the mine operator or a supervisor at the operation.

General

• Adhere to site procedures and instructions given by supervisors.


• Operate equipment in a safe manner which is most efficient and reduces damage, downtime, and quality issues.


• Complete required paperwork in an orderly, accurate, and professional fashion.


• Assist with any continuous improvement projects as necessary.


• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned.

Operations

• Perform plant maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs associated with all on-site equipment.


• Fabricate new equipment or repair components for the plant’s machinery.


• Cut/weld components within the plant.


• Complete electrical component installations.


• Maintain housekeeping in the plant.


• Proactively manage equipment to ensure availability and reliability targets are met.


• Assist in the planning maintenance tasks.


• Provide technical guidance to Maintenance 1 & Maintenance 2 position on a as needed basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be able to wear a respirator and other required personal protective equipment.


• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license


• High school diploma or equivalent required


• Previous experience within mining operations, preferably sand a plus.


• 4 years previous experience in a maintenance role.


• Previous exposure to preventative maintenance strategies.


• Must be able to read manuals, blueprints, and electrical diagrams.


• Demonstrated experience contributing within a team of professionals to deliver against set targets.


• Demonstrated commitment to safety with previous experience in identifying and managing risks.

Benefits:

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits – medical, vision, dental


• 401K with company matching


• Vacation + Paid Holidays


• Disability, Life / AD&D, and Long-Term Care Insurances


• Employee Assistance Program

Iron Oak Energy is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities based on work-related factors without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status. We offer competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive range of benefits.

This job description reflects the principal functions of the role and may not cover all work requirements. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to meet exceptional conditions.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.