Asphalt Plant Operator

Allan Myers, Inc•New Kent, VA

46d

About The Position

The Asphalt Plant Operator works on 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 asphalt plant systems, monitors production, coordinates material quality and truck dispatch, and helps keep the plant running safely and efficiently. Employees may perform multiple roles during a shift, and the position can include operating other equipment as needed. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment and supports major heavy civil construction projects. Allan Myers provides skill training and personal development, with opportunities for growth and advancement. The company describes its work as building infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and public water and wastewater systems, and emphasizes safety, quality, training, and promoting from within.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Equipment operation experience.
Mechanical skills beyond the stated basic requirement.
Mobile or stationary equipment experience.
Experience in manufacturing or construction industries.

Responsibilities

Operate automated asphalt drum and batch plant systems using computer systems and control boards.
Coordinate with quality control personnel to meet specifications and adjust mix formulas and production as needed.
Monitor plant status, adjust plant operations, load material onto dump trucks, and dispatch trucks.
Communicate with paving crews, project teams, and external customers; adjust production to maximize profits, minimize waste, and maintain or improve quality.
Support customer satisfaction through quality and customer service.
Keep the plant operating at optimal performance and help avoid downtime.
Maintain a safe working 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 following day’s production and order raw materials.
Assist with preventative maintenance, scheduled repairs, breakdown repairs, and winter maintenance; develop solutions to reduce downtime.
Operate equipment as needed, including CAT 980 or 966 loaders 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.