Asphalt Plant Operator/Maintenance (Materials)

CalPortland • Paso Robles, CA

1d • $32 - $42 • Onsite

About The Position

Perform a combination of duties involving general maintenance/operation of an asphalt plant. Majority of work is outside in all weather conditions.

Requirements

• Ability to work under pressure
• Available for overtime work, extended hours, night work, and weekend work as required for timely project completion
• Work with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 95 lbs. infrequently, 50 lbs. frequently, and climb ladders/stairs up to 24’
• Ability to use various electric and air-powered hand, welding, and cutting tools

Nice To Haves

• 4+ years’ experience in asphalt plant operations
• Working knowledge of asphalt production and associated equipment and understanding of operations and safety requirements for the equipment
• Experience in welding and fabrication
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting
• Understanding of the type and quality of material being produced
• Familiar with MSHA regulations and annual training

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate a dual-use, continuous-batch asphalt plant
• Complete daily service requirements of the asphalt plant for preventative maintenance issues
• Fabricate and repair hoppers and conveyors
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and prevent operational delays
• Repair conveyor systems, i.e. bearing replacement, drive systems, change screen cloths, structural fabrication
• General maintenance of various pumps and electrical requirements and wear prevention of equipment
• Operate mobile equipment including heavy haul trucks, front-end loaders, and track dozers
• General labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping
• Other duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Retirement program

What This Job Offers

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