Asphalt Plant Operator

Granite Construction Inc•Brookhaven, MS

61d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating a hot plant to maintain production goals and perform repair and maintenance as needed.

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience
5+ years of experience operating a hot plant-preferred.
Experience with Astec controls.
Knowledge of hot mix asphalt business and operations.
Ability to troubleshoot plant operational issues.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to obtain an M.S.H.A Part 46 Certificate (5000-23) as required for the job.
Practice good safety habits
Work in dusty or dirty surroundings
Follow instructions and meet set standards
Make decisions based on verifiable standards.
Stoop, bend, and crouch
Use hands, arms, and legs fully
See well (either naturally or with correction)
Lift up to 80 pounds.
Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
Demonstrate ability to learn Company's timekeeping and reporting systems.
Ability and willingness to abide by Company's Code of Conduct daily.
Ability to understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations.
Ability to react and quickly adapt in a fast-paced the plant environment.

Operating a hot plant efficiently to maintain production goals
Placing raw aggregate and liquid asphalt materials through the mixing drum to be stored in silos until ready for load-out on trucks for delivery to job sites.
Perform general maintenance, repair, and service to hot plant as required.
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, and with company policies and procedures.
May operate equipment including: front end loader, skip loader, skid steer, and other equipment as needed.
Communicate current job information with contractors and drivers.
Maintain plant files and records.

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