Asphalt Plant Operator
Oldcastle

Job Info

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Job ID: 505538

BoDean Company, a CRH company, 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 coordinating all aspects of asphalt production, playing 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: $29 - $33/hr DOE w/ significant potential for overtime

Shift: Typically works M-F 8-10 hrs./day with occasional Saturdays and night shifts, as needed.

Location: This is an onsite position at our Asphalt Plant in Santa Rosa.

Company Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life
  
• Paid Sick Leave and Vacation
  
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
  
• Profit Sharing
  
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• 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!
  

What You Can Do...

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

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be able to positively influence a team of individuals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance and punctuality.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to work overtime and weekends/nights as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mechanical skills including knowledge of machines, tools, equipment, mechanic's hand tools, power tools, welding and cutting equipment, lubricating tools, hoists, cranes, service trucks, electrical testing, and mechanical troubleshooting.
  
• Previous asphalt production and/or plant operation related experience preferred.
  
• Welding/fabrication experience preferred.
  

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Daily operations of a hot plant include but not limited to operating plant to fulfill daily/job orders, order scheduling, raw material inventory, and ordering, plant maintenance, etc.
  
• Maintain accurate time and materials records.
  
• Maintenance activities include but not limited to welding, torching, machine lubrication, plant-specific component maintenance, etc.
  
• Occasional operating equipment in a safe manner to support daily hot plant activities which includes but not limited to front end loader, skid steer, etc.
  
• Perform labor activities involved with maintaining the hot plant appearance and area around the hot plant as needed.
  
• Participate in creating a safe work environment, achieve safety goals, implement company safety programs and comply with OSHA/MSHA/Company standards.
  
• Reflect a professional appearance and attitude with all work-related activities. Encourage professional attitudes and appearances with all employees. Maintain positive professional relationships with all customers and employees.
  
• 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, and laborer.
  
• 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.
  

Physical Demands:

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is frequently required to reach with arms waist to shoulder height, sit, stand, walk and handle/grasp equipment and machines.
  
• The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry and/or push/pull anywhere up to 50-75 lbs.
  
• The employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, squat, crouch or climb. And reach with arms above shoulder height or below knee height.
  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
  

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, dust and vibration.
  
• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
  
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places.
  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
  

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 diverse and inclusive 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 a 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!

BoDean, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

Date: Jan 11, 2025

Nearest Major Market: Santa Rosa
Nearest Secondary Market: Petaluma
Job Segment: Plant Operator, Machinist, Front End, Welding, Plant, Manufacturing, Technology

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