Asphalt Plant Operator

Evans Construction • Baxter, KY

37d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a skilled position controlling production and load out of materials produced in plants.
The plant operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of plant equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
Mountain Companies will train the right person as a plant operator if you have some experience around an asphalt plant.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred
• One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write correspondences and memos.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
• Knowledge of Inventory and Order processing systems; uses job specific computer system for ticketing and two way radio for communications.
• Drivers License required.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to weld using an arc welder or cutting torch is preferred.
• CDL a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reads work schedules and determines sequence of operations.
• Operates plant according to production schedule using appropriate materials.
• Monitor material operation to ensure quality of mix.
• Performs basic maintenance and service on plant as required.
• Ability to weld using an arc welder or cutting torch is preferred.
• Cleans control house and yard facility daily.
• Oversee truck scales and the loading of the trucks.
• Enters production information into computer systems.
• All other duties as assigned per supervisor.
• Supervise plant employees.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees