Asphalt Plant Laborer

 
 

Job ID:  525310

 

Texas Materials, A CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety-first mindset.  We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well-being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

 

Position Overview.

The employee will be involved and responsible for the daily operations of the plant.  Maintenance of the plant equipment, communicating with plant foreman.  Required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures for themselves and co-workers by using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of the plant is completed.  Routine and daily housekeeping duties.
• Responsible for keeping the plant clean.
• Report all major maintenance problems to Foreman or Superintendent

• Perform general laboring duties when necessary. May be called upon to run small power tools such as a jack hammer.  Lifting, carrying & holding material, tools and supplies.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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

 

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
• Related experience preferred but not required

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
• Ability to work independently, without close supervision to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times.
• Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations

 

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• The employe