Asphalt Plant Groundsman

CRH • Apac, MS

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About The Position

APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH company, is hiring an Asphalt Plant Groundsman to perform maintenance and repair work at its plants and operate heavy equipment as needed. The role involves inspecting used parts, adjusting and lubricating equipment, repairing or replacing defective parts, repairing electrical equipment, and working with plumbing and other plant functions. Welding and steel fitting skills are also needed. Duties may be supplemented or modified, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The position requires following OSHA and/or MSHA regulations and safety procedures, working as part of a team, and assisting coworkers or supervisors with other duties. The employee must be willing to travel and work away from home when required, and to work nights, weekends, or extended hours when needed. Work takes place in all weather conditions and may involve exposure to dust, noise, and fumes. The physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, bending, handling tools and materials, and repeatedly lifting at least 75 pounds.

CRH offers competitive base pay, medical, dental, and disability benefits, a group retirement savings program, and health and wellness programs. The company describes an inclusive culture that supports growth, development, and internal promotion.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
• Must adhere strictly to safety requirements and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet fleet safety program qualifications.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary; overtime may be required.
• Must wear required personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas; possible PPE includes a face shield, hard-toe safety shoes, and coveralls.
• Must be able to develop relationships and work with teams as both a leader and participant.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, including building rapport, listening, presenting, and giving and receiving feedback.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must have or acquire basic computer skills and be able to use email and simple spreadsheets.
• Must be able to stand, walk, manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, and hear; sitting for extended periods may be required.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and hold materials, tools, and supplies; hold 5–10 pounds at arm's length for extended periods; and repeatedly lift at least 75 pounds.
• Must be able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods and work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work extended hours if needed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Lubricate and clean parts.
• Repair or replace defective parts.
• Repair electrical equipment.
• Work with plumbing and other plant functions.
• Perform welding and steel fitting.
• Operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Follow safety requirements and OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.
• Work in a team environment and assist coworkers or supervisors with other duties as required.

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• Inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
• Vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED