Asphalt Plant Groundsperson

 

Job ID:  519040

 

Western Rock Products, is A CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

 

Position Overview

The Asphalt Grounds Person supports daily operations at the asphalt plant by safely performing a wide range of manual and equipment‑assisted tasks. The role follows direction from the supervisor but is carried out with a high level of independence for routine duties. This position also requires comfort working at heights.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

 

Plant Laborer:

• Participates in daily THINK/TRACK meetings plus weekly safety meetings.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Assists in plant production of materials and ensures the efficient working condition of the plant.
• Walk and monitor the asphalt plant while in production to identify any issues.
• Performs daily maintenance pre-checks on the plant and equipment.
• Ensures that all assigned equipment is properly maintained, clean, in a safe working order and operated properly.     
• Prepares plant for operations at the beginning of the season and performs shut down procedures at the end of the season. 
• Operates front end loader, skidsteer, end dump truck and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Performs plant maintenance and repairs as needed.

 

Other Duties:

• Uses various equipment, hand and power tools.
• Picks up and/or delivers construction materials at job site locations. 
• Performs job site clean-up.
• Maintains all tools and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor

 

Qualifications

 

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

 

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.
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Work Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• May be subject to drug testing, and physical agilities testing.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license. 

 

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time e