Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

 

Job ID:  507093

 

United Companies, 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

Operates a front-end loader to ensure proper supply of materials to the asphalt plant, trucks, and other assigned areas. 

 

Wage ranges from $22 to $26 an hour, dependent on experience. 

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

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

• Utilize a loader to transport materials to and from storage and processing areas.

• Load trucks with proper materials and weight for delivery.

• Inspect equipment prior to operation for any safety or maintenance issues.

• Perform routine maintenance on the loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning. 

• Maintain safety and cleanliness of plant premises including but not limited to assisting with plant maintenance, shoveling, and grounds cleanup.

• Assist with general labor at the plant site.

• Regular, timely attendance is required.

• Availability to travel with portable asphalt plant 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) required.

• 1-3 years of experience as a loader operator or other heavy equipment operation preferred.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.

• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and/or criminal background check.

• Report to the work dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time.

• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and by OSHA and/or MSHA.

• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.

• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated production areas.  Compliance with PPE requirements is essential.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of general maintenance skills and tools.

• Ability to be self-sufficient and perform tasks and duties without immediate supervision.

• Ability to read and comprehend manuals, instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions. 

• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

• Ability to utilize simple computer systems, tablet/phone apps and/or two-way radios.

 

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.

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, climbing, rotating of the neck and shoulders.