Asphalt Plant Operator - R2623

Fort Myer Construction•Washington, DC

About The Position

ASPHALT PLANT OPERATOR JOB DESCRIPTION Fort Myer Construction Corporation is the DMV’s leading infrastructure construction company. If you desire to be part of a company with an opportunity to grow in your career and be rewarded for your contributions – Fort Myer is the place for you. We reward our team members with competitive pay and a robust benefits package, in many cases paying 100% for medical, dental and vision insurance as well as free parking. Our mission is to serve the communities we call home by “helping build the American Dream” in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Our nearly 900 team members take pride in their work and as a result, our projects have received local and national awards. If you do not mind hard work desire job securities associated with essential infrastructure projects and want to make a difference in our communities then, please consider joining the Fort Myer Family. Summary: The Asphalt Plant Operator will support our asphalt production facility and a team. The Asphalt Plant Operator will analyze each step of the manufacturing process and make effective use of resources to deliver desired outcomes. The Asphalt Plant Operator will promote and follow safety and compliance guidelines diligently in order to create a healthy work environment for all employees.

Requirements

Must possess 1 year of experience in asphalt plant operations.
Must be adept at handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Strong knowledge and understanding related to company products, processes and equipment.
Must possess a thorough understanding of and enforce all safety rules and regulations as they pertain to general industry at the plant sites.
Must possess strong communication, organizational and administrative skills.
Must possess knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, alcohol and background check, and
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
Maintains a clean and safe workplace.
Analyzes production costs and inventory to ascertain and address areas for improvements.
Maintains daily paperwork and clerical functions.
Oversee plant inventory, including, monthly reporting.
Assists in developing operation-related plans and policies and procedures.
Provides superior customer service to internal and external customers by addressing issues, questions or concerns in a timely and effective manner.
Responds to and maintains positive employer-employee relationships that contribute to enhanced productivity, motivation and morale.
Prevents and resolves problems involving individuals which arise out of or affect the workplace.
Supports processes that result in greater operational effectiveness.
Works with Management on contributing to departmental cost control.
Communicates and enforces safety, compliance and environmental requirements in alignment with Company standards.
Supports daily plant and equipment inspections.
Coordinates and supports plant maintenance, repair and routine servicing.
Coordinates the orders of liquid asphalt, tack, aggregates and other materials or parts.
Works closely with the appropriate personnel with respect to quality and production.
Coordinates trucking operations at the plants to ensure efficient load out for the crew.
Logs materials in and out of inventory as materials are delivered and are used in production,
Performs additional duties as assigned.