Asphalt plant operator job description

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General Summary
Come join Granite's growing Materials Group in beautiful Eastern Washington! We are looking for a few Plant Operators! The Asphalt Plant Operator is responsible for safely starting up and operating a hot mix asphalt plant to maintain production goals; perform repairs and maintenance as needed.

Essential Job Accountabilities
Safety start-up and shut down hot plant.Adjust controls to regulate flow of materials to and from conveyors, chutes, pumps, mixing and storage bins.Ensure the plant is operating at the proper temperature(s).Perform inspections of equipment, tools, site, and material.Perform general maintenance and repair on plant, machinery, and/or equipment as required. Operate mobile equipment including but no limited to front end loader, skid steer, forklift, and dozer as needed. Load mix and other aggregate materials into haul trucks and/or bins. Collaborate with Quality Control personnel to ensure that mix is produced to required specification.Complete various reports including but not limited to daily plant production and inventory reports. Communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental regulations. Perform other duties as required.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalency

Work Experience
1-3 years of experience operating a hot mix plant.Experience with ASTEC controls or other asphalt mixing systems, preferred.Experience operating mobile equipment, preferred.Basic mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic skills, preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of hot mix asphalt business and operations. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems. Ability to wear a full body harness and work at heights while tied off.Ability to work, day, swing, and night shifts (occasionally extended hours).Ability to work in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions.Ability to work in safety sensitive construction setting, including exposure to moving machinery and heavy equipment.Ability to work collaboratively with a team in a fast-paced and complex environment.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to squat, crawl, and work in awkward positions/confined spaces.Ability to obtain an MSHA Part 46 certificate as required for the job.

Physical Demands
Physical dexterity, stamina, and excellent hand-eye coordination with ability to: grasp, assemble, and lift objects, stand, sit, and walk for extended periods over uneven surfaces, squat, bend, climb ladders onto equipment or other objects, and potentially lie down.Lifting, pushing, pulling of heavy items weighing up to 80 lbs. or more.

Additional Requirements/Skills
Ability to understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations.Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct daily.

About Granite Construction IncorporatedGranite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities and a Drug-Free Workplace. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.Notice to Staffing AgenciesGranite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

Midsouth Paving, Inc., part of CRH's South Division, is a leading supplier of quality asphalt and Construction Services in the Southeastern U.S., with operations in Alabama. Working with government agencies, private contractors, counties and municipalities, we produce millions of tons of quality construction materials and pave many miles of highways every year. Our highly skilled workforce strives to deliver the highest quality products and services in a safe, timely and efficient manner, on every project. Midsouth Paving, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Participant.

We are seeking a qualified, safety minded, motivated individual to operate and maintain the daily functions for our asphalt plant in Montgomery, AL. This is a skilled position requiring the effective management for the operations and employee relations of the Asphalt Plant operations. In this important role, you will be responsible for all aspects of the plant, ensuring a quality product for our customers.
Requirements

* Ensure Health & Safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies and promoting a safe work environment

* At least three years of Asphalt plant related experience and/or training
* Responsibility and oversight of all aspects related to the Asphalt Plant operations.
* Responsibility for scheduling of oil deliveries and plant run times.
* Active communication with contractors about material orders
* Assisting drivers with delivery locations and materials
* Prepare and assisting with trucking schedule
* Strong interaction with customers to perform customer service in varying degrees
* Maintaining records of time and material deliveries
* The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented

What CRH Americas Offers You

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

About CRH Americas

CRH Americas has a long and proud heritage as one of North America's largest corporations. We are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that together form the CRH Americas family. CRH Americas operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

CRH Americas is a great place to grow! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Please complete your online application and profile which will be sent directly to the appropriate Hiring Manager. Thank you for your interest in the CRH Americas family!

Midsouth Paving, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.

Date Posted: Oct 11, 2022

100 Years of Experience at Work for You! Since 1920, the professional men and women of Hubbard Construction have literally paved the way for hundreds of public and private projects that have supported Florida's rise to prominence.Hubbard is one of Florida's largest heavy civil construction companies. We are proud to be a part of Florida's history and we are eager to continue to serve the Florida market and beyond.The scope of Hubbard's work includes complex highway projects, site development, paving, utility and drainage systems, surveying, RAP and hot mix sales, and state-of-the-art bridge building. We provide multiple delivery systems in design-build, bid-build, public/private-partnerships and design-build finance.Hubbard Construction's parent company, Eurovia, operates through a network of 330 agencies and 770 production sites, in 17 countries around the world.

General Description . A Front End Loader is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Loader. This position operates loaders equipped with front mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop which is used to transport aggregate or other materials, feed hopers or chutes, and/or stick pile aggregates.

+ Operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and/or stockpile aggregates.
+ Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to operate loader.

+ Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material.

+ Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drives vehicle to work site, and moves levers to dump Material.

+ Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning

+ Operate the equipment over rocky or uneven land safely. Drive smoothly under harsh weather conditions.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

+ General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

+ Education and Experience. This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Front End Loader Operator. A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job site supervisors and fellow employees. One (1) to Three (3) years or more of industry related experience is required for this position , with an emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.

+ Physical Demands. The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by a Front End Loader Operator to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

+ Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.

+ Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50-90 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.

+ Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.

+ Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.

+ The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

+ Work Environment. The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that a Front End Loader Operator encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

+ Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.

+ Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.

+ Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.

+ Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

+ The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., moving equipment, backing alarms, or other alarms, instructions/directions from supervisor and/or spotter).

Additional Career Benefits:

+ Top tier medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA option

+ Healthcare FSA and Dependent Care FSA

+ Company-paid Life Insurance

+ Company-paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Plan

+ Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

+ Paid Holidays

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ 401k Retirement Plan with employer match - up to 6%

+ Annual Company Stock Purchasing Offering w/company match

+ Fitness Plan Incentive

+ Wellness Programs, Wellness coaching and Employee Assistance Program

We are 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, disability, or veteran status. We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.