LEHMAN-ROBERTS COMPANY - A PROUD TRADITION SINCE 1939

Lehman-Roberts Company and sister company Memphis Stone and Gravel, have been a part of the fabric of Memphis for more than a combined 190 years. Now in its fourth generation of family ownership, Patrick Nelson leads as President in our dedication to the manufacturing and placement of quality hot mix asphalt along with surface mining of aggregates. Anchoring our company's efforts are the core values of stewardship, humility, continuous improvement, and relationships. With manufacturing facilities throughout West Tennessee and North Mississippi, the family of companies specializes in construction projects ranging from commercial projects to miles of interstate highway paving throughout the Mid-South.

Benefits:

We have committed to become a leader in the highway construction and aggregate industries by rewarding our most valuable resource... our employees!  As part of the team, we offer:

  • Motus Vehicle Program
  • Paid Vacations and Holidays
  • Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Matching 401K Program & Profit Sharing
  • Service Awards
  • Bonus Program
  • Additional Voluntary Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability

This is an Exempt position

Assistant Maintenance Superintendent Review

The Assistant Maintenance Superintendent role is a key member of the Production & Manufacturing Division supporting the enterprise by assisting the Maintenance Superintendent with managing the Maintenance Shop and field maintenance processes: asphalt and wash plant maintenance and repair planning/scheduling, employee hiring, and training while effectively and efficiently overseeing the safety of personnel and quality of workmanship. The Assistant Maintenance Superintendent role requires organization, goal orientated, self-directed, with the ability to handle the supervision of several employees and contractors spread over multiple sites with minimal supervision or supplied information.

Assistant Maintenance Superintendent Responsibilities

  • Ensure that safe working conditions are being maintained during maintenance/repairs at plant sites, and coordinate with onsite supervisor, manager, lead, contractors, etc. to promptly correct safety violations found during regular inspections.
  • Ensure that safe working conditions are being maintained in and around the Maintenance Shop, and coordinate with onsite supervisor, lead, contractors, etc. to promptly correct safety violations found during regular inspections.
  • Ensure that daily safety meetings are being held and participate in at least one per week.
  • Assist with coordination of daily/weekly maintenance and repair schedules with efficient placement of personnel to perform prioritized tasks.
  • Assist in the annual planning and management of the winter maintenance process.
  • Assist in overseeing the Maintenance Shop including task management, inventory management, and work order process.
  • Assist with special projects such as erection of new plants and plant equipment.
  • Participation and leadership within our companies’ Continuous Improvement and Safety Initiative Programs.

 Assistant Maintenance Superintendent Requirements

  • Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D certification
  • Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
  • 8+ years of plant maintenance experience
  • 5+ years of progressive leadership
  • Familiarity with asphalt and wash plant equipment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products – specifically Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Must be able to commute to Memphis, TN and eventually Hernando, MS

Highly Preferred Experience, Education and Qualifications

  • 10+ years of plant maintenance experience
  • 8+ years of progressive leadership
  • College degree preferred

Work Conditions/ Physical Requirements

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position.

  • 35 % Office environment
  • 65% Field environment which includes travel between plant sites
  • Overtime and Saturday work are part of the normal work week
  • Occasional exposure to extreme weather conditions
  • Work may entail visits to multiple sites in which incumbent could be exposed to loud noise, dust, and odor

 It is the policy of Lehman-Roberts Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Lehman-Roberts Company and/or the Memphis Stone & Gravel Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.