Crusher Equipment Operator/Laborer

Job ID:  500057

Interstate Concrete & Asphalt Co., 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

In this role, you’ll be learning new skills, working on conveyors, and assisting with the production of aggregates. We work hard, and we have fun doing it!

If you’re someone that is fascinated with all things mechanical, this role is right up your ally. 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: DOE w/ potential for overtime

Company Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Potential for Overtime
• 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!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters. Equipment can include but is not limited to: front-end wheel loader, skid steer, etc.
• Travel to and from various locations in the area such as Sandpoint, Rathdrum, Elk, Colville, Airway Heights, Post Falls & Spokane. There may be the potential for overnight travel to the Richland & Yakima areas at times.
• Perform general clean-up, maintenance and housekeeping tasks at the crusher.
• Shovel excess materials from around conveyors and other areas to prevent build up.
• Operate loader to supply materials to the crusher plant trucks.
• Drive haul truck to transport and dump crushed rock within the plant.
• Perform general maintenance (i.e. oiling, greasing plant equipment) as directed and refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines cleaned and maintained.
• Keep time and material records.
• Routinely assist other members of the work force in different areas of production.
• 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.

Qualifications

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Mechanical skills or aptitude.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment-controlled substance testing. 
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.
• Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
• Demonstrates the willingness to learn and work a variety of job tasks.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions

Preferred Requirements

• Equipment operation and/or mechanical skills highly preferred.
• Previous construction or related experience preferred.

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 sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. 
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.  
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-80 lbs.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral 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 and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• 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

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!

Interstate Concrete & Asphalt Co., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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