Asphalt Plant Operator

Allan Myers, Inc•Rockville, VA

90d•Onsite

About The Position

The Asphalt Plant Operator works as part of a crew at an asphalt production facility for Allan Myers, a heavy civil construction and construction materials company serving the Mid-Atlantic. The role operates automated drum and batch plant systems, monitors and adjusts production, and coordinates with quality control staff, paving crews, project teams, truck drivers, and external customers. Employees may perform multiple roles at the facility and receive skill training and personal development, with opportunities for growth and advancement. The work takes place in a fast-paced industrial environment and supports large heavy civil construction projects. The operator helps maintain plant performance and safety, manages production schedules and materials, completes required documentation, assists with maintenance and repairs, and operates other equipment as needed. Hourly pay is $26.00–$33.00, based on experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic mechanical skills.
Basic knowledge of computers.
Critical thinking, communication, focus, willingness to learn, commitment to safety, and a hardworking attitude.

Nice To Haves

Equipment operation experience.
Mechanical skills.
Experience with mobile or stationary equipment.
Experience in manufacturing or construction industries.

Responsibilities

Operate automated asphalt drum and batch plant systems using computer systems and control boards.
Communicate with quality control personnel to meet specifications and adjust mix formulas and production as needed.
Monitor plant status, make adjustments, load material onto dump trucks, and dispatch trucks.
Coordinate with internal paving crews and project teams and external customers; adjust production to maximize profits, minimize waste, and maintain or improve quality.
Support customer satisfaction through product quality and customer service.
Keep the plant operating efficiently to avoid downtime.
Maintain a safe work environment, participate in safety discussions, and support the company’s safety vision.
Schedule production needs for the following day and adjust the current day’s schedule.
Complete daily, weekly, and monthly documentation and reporting as needed.
Plan the next day’s production and order raw materials.
Assist with preventative maintenance, scheduled repairs, breakdown repairs, and winter maintenance; identify ways to reduce downtime.
Operate equipment as needed, including a CAT 980 or 966 loader to feed raw materials into cold feed and recycle bins and manage the stockyard.
Operate other equipment as trained and evaluated, such as manlifts, material handlers, skid steers, and forklifts.
Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and help maintain equipment.