Plant Operator

Job ID:  525057

Interstate Concrete & Asphalt Co., a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion.  We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies.  For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services.   We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation.

Position Overview

Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to break into the construction industry, or looking for the next step in your career, our team can provide you with a fun and challenging opportunity to grow with an industry leader. In this role, you’ll perform various tasks to assist with the production of asphalt. From operating a loader to supply the plant with materials to coordinating all aspects of asphalt production, you’ll play an integral part as we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

If you’re someone that likes to see the visible results of your hard work each day, working outdoors, running equipment and being a part of building something great, this is the career path for you. Limited experience? No worries! We’ll assist with training to provide you with the skills you need to be successful. If you’ve got the drive, we’ll help you to reach your goals.

Wage: DOE w/ potential for overtime

Company Benefits:

• Year Round Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription


• Generous Paid Time Off


• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match


• Profit Sharing


• Annual Safety & Performance Bonus Potential


• 10 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 2 Floating)


• Tuition Reimbursement Program


• Employee Assistance Program


• Company Paid Life Insurance


• Short- & Long-Term Disability


• Annual Merit Raises


• Home Every Night!


• Potential for Overtime


• Opportunities for Internal Mobility


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Training Provided


• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program


• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!


• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

Plant Operator:

• Maintain asphalt plant operations to ensure timely production of asphalt.


• Verify specified asphalt mix and enter correct mix design into computer. Monitor gauges, dials and operation of machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications.


• Coordinate production and loading of all asphalt leaving the plant.


• Communicate and receive directions from dispatch, drivers, operators and customers via radio or phone.


• Service and grease plant parts, i.e. change belts, grease bearings, and maintain cleanliness of the plant.


• Order and maintain inventory of plant parts, grease, asphalt oil, etc.


• Direct general operations of loader operator, laborer and scale operator.


• Production planning and quality assurance related to asphalt production.

Loader Operator:

• Ensure necessary supply of materials for asphalt plant is available.


• Load trucks with proper materials for delivery.


• Fuel, oil, grease and check other necessary loader parts to ensure proper function of equipment.


• Maintain cleanliness of plant premises.


• Perform general maintenance and repair on equipment as assigned.


• Stomp lumps and poke material during cold weather.


• Assist crew, including shoveling and clean-up.


• Routinely assist with general labor and maintenance tasks.

Other Related Responsibilities

• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.


• Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material.


• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.


• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.


• Regular and timely attendance.


• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing


• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.


• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.


• Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Preferred Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


• Previous asphalt production and/or construction related experience preferred.

• Previous plant operating or plant maintenance experience preferred.


• Welding/fabrication experience preferred but not required.


• Knowledge of machines, tools, equipment, front end loader, and other related construction equipment highly preferred.


• Basic computer skills.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.


• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.


• Working from heights and confined spaces may be part of maintenance

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 Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A 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 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!

Interstate Concrete & Asphalt Co., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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