Asphalt Plant Operator

Central Specialties • Alexandria, MN

107d

About The Position

The purpose of this position is operating, maintaining and repairing the hot mix asphalt plant and associated equipment and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• Must be able to travel throughout Minnesota, North and South Dakota
• Regular, consistent attendance and regular overtime at all assigned job sites
• Valid Driver's License, preferably Class A
• Acceptable motor vehicle record
• Requires training or experience in various welding techniques, must be able to weld using an arc welder or cutting torch
• Requires mechanical skills and machine maintenance experience
• Requires basic mathematical and computer knowledge
• Ability to interpret a variety of information and data in written, oral or diagrammatic format
• Thorough knowledge of the safe operation of machines and equipment used in the production of asphalt mixes
• Thorough knowledge of properties of materials used in the production of asphalt mixes
• Ability to learn the laws and regulations concerning pollution control
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Physical strength and endurance to perform all principal duties and responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Mixes asphalt batches by operating switches and controls, controlling the heat, amount of aggregate, asphalt and oil flowing into the weighing chamber
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains components of plant to assure safe operation and compliance with pollution control regulations; performs maintenance and service on asphalt plant as required
• Weighs materials according to prescribed formulas; mixes weighed materials in mechanical mixer
• Dumps asphalt mixes through chute into trucks
• Requisitions and maintains a supply of material for the proper and efficient operation of the plant
• Operates front end loader and other equipment to unload, stockpile, and feed aggregates, to unload deliveries, make facility repairs, and maintain plant
• Takes and records scale, meter, and other readings and records production data; enters production information into computer systems; reconcile and report on daily production
• Coordinates tear down, set up and calibration of plant
• Operates various hand and power tools, welding and cutting equipment and cranes and hoists
• Prioritize safety at all times, following company and industry safety guidelines and protocols
• Performs other tasks as needed

Benefits

• Group Health Insurance
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401 (k) Company Match
• 401(k) Company Discretionary Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Sick and Safe Time (Part-time and seasonal employees)
• Per Diem
• Electronic Direct Deposit

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction