Asphalt Plant Laborer

Sherwood Companies • Tulsa, OK

2d

About The Position

The Asphalt Plant Laborer supports daily plant operations to help ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of asphalt materials in accordance with company standards and project specifications. The role assists plant operators, maintains equipment and work areas, and supports consistent production with a strong focus on safety and quality. This role is classified as safety sensitive.

Requirements

• Ability to travel to and from plant locations as required.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with team members.
• Ability to listen to, understand, and follow directions to support safety and efficiency.
• Ability to perform essential physical functions including standing, sitting, stooping, bending, walking, climbing, and lifting heavy objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions and tolerate exposure to outdoor elements, dust, noise, heat, moving mechanical parts, and elevated work areas.

Nice To Haves

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Previous experience in asphalt, construction, or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety protocols and guidelines, wear required personal protective equipment, and comply with plant safety procedures and regulations.
• Keep plant grounds, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and free of debris; assist with housekeeping.
• Support plant operators with daily production activities, including monitoring material flow, handling raw materials, and assisting with plant start-up and shutdown.
• Load and unload materials, operate skid steers or other small equipment as assigned, and support proper stockpiling and storage of aggregates and other materials.
• Assist in monitoring material quality and plant processes to help ensure asphalt products meet design standards and specifications; report irregularities or concerns to plant management.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance, identify mechanical issues, and promptly report concerns to supervisors.
• Coordinate with plant operators, mechanics, truck drivers, and supervisors to support smooth operations; communicate production issues, delays, or safety concerns promptly.
• Assist with maintaining accurate records of plant activities, materials handled, and operational issues as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed