Asphalty Plant Loader Operator

Job ID:  512324

ICON Materials, a CRH company, is 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 operate the asphalt plant to ensure proper supply of materials to our internal and external customers, and other assigned areas, 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 and oiling an asphalt plant and being a part of building something great, this is the career path for you. Limited experience? No worries! We’ll assist with the 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: $60.46 - $61.93 DOE w/ potential for overtime 

Note: This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Starting wage will be based on hours worked and Union Status under the applicable CBA. Wages including overtime wages may also be specified by applicable CBA, Davis-Bacon, Prevailed, or other federal, state, or local contracts. (302/612 Union Scale).

Company Benefits:

• Potential for Overtime (Day and Night shifts)
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement Program - We'll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals
• Employee Assistance Program
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions):

• Operate plant and equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Travel to and from various locations.
• Ensure necessary supply of materials for asphalt plant is available.
• Load plant bins with materials.
• Fuel, oil, grease and check other necessary plant parts to ensure proper function of equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of plant premises.
• Perform general maintenance and repair on equipment as assigned.
• Ensure material flow during cold weather.
• May operate other equipment such as skid-steer, water truck, excavators, etc. as needed if properly trained.
• Assist  crew including shoveling materials and daily plant operations.
• Promptly communicate with paving crew on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Oiler Duties:

• Greases moving parts on trucks and heavy equipment.
• Checks and add fluids in trucks and heavy equipment.
• Drives and operates a fuel truck to add fuel to the various trucks and heavy equipment.
• Performs oil changes on trucks and heavy equipment.
• Inspect belts and other parts on trucks and heavy equipment for wear and/or repair concerns.
• Performs other servicing and maintenance to trucks and equipment as required, including changing out filters, adding air to tires, etc.
• Drives and operates a service truck. Replenishes fluid and oil containers on the service truck.

Qualifications:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Join Local 302/612 Operating Engineers Union
• One to two years ’ asphalt plant operation experience and heavy equipment, such as loaders, dozers, excavators, skid-steers, etc.
• Valid drivers’ license.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment-controlled substance testing.
• Must have a valid CDL with hazmat endorsement and a current medical card.
• 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.
• Demonstrates good performance, safety and attendance.
• Demonstrates proper lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling techniques.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays.
• Demonstrates ability to work and communicate well with Supervisors, Service Technicians, Truck Drivers, Heavy Equipment Operators, and other employees.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.          
• Demonstrates the ability to follow written and/or verbal instructions.

Physical Requirements:

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

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs.
• Physical abilities test will be required.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Proper PPE will be provided by our team, but please bring your own pair of steel toed boots.
• Primarily work 10-16 hours per day 5-7 days per week during the peak season, occasional night work.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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!

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

EOE/Vet/Disability