Asphalt Plant Operator

Blythe Development Co • Charlotte, NC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Blythe Brothers Asphalt is seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant Operator in Charlotte, North Carolina, to support safe and efficient hot-mix asphalt production. The operator starts, operates, and monitors the plant; controls the mixing of aggregate and liquid asphalt; manages finished material in storage silos; loads trucks; coordinates with road crews; and assists with preventive maintenance. The position calls for a safety-focused operator with asphalt plant, loader, and heavy-equipment experience.

The work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and around construction-site noise, grease, dust, heavy equipment, and moving machinery. The operator may encounter substances including form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel, and ready-mixed concrete. Shifts are at least eight hours, and work may include nights and weekends as required.

Requirements

• Three to five years of relevant industry experience, with emphasis on asphalt plant operations.
• Demonstrable experience operating an asphalt plant; this is not typically an entry-level position.
• Ability to follow work directions and communicate effectively with job-site supervisors and coworkers.
• Positive attitude, strong safety awareness, and willingness to learn new tasks and assist as needed.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts of at least eight hours and stoop, bend, and crouch as required.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry at least 50 pounds independently and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to remain alert to concurrent construction-site activities, stationary equipment, contractors, employees, and moving equipment.
• Ability to safely climb on and off heavy mobile equipment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Welding experience.
• Electrical or electronics experience.

Responsibilities

• Start, operate, and monitor the hot-mix asphalt plant and related production equipment.
• Control the mixing of raw aggregate and liquid asphalt, manage finished material in storage silos, and load trucks for job-site delivery.
• Follow and help implement company safety policies and operating procedures.
• Complete and maintain accurate plant operating paperwork and production records.
• Communicate with road crews throughout each shift to support production and delivery needs.
• Perform basic plant maintenance, troubleshoot routine operating issues, and keep the plant site clean.
• Operate a front-end loader when needed.
• Read and understand equipment manuals, work directives, and safety instructions.
• Perform basic calculations and use basic computer systems.
• Work safely at heights and around heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Support other crafts and perform additional duties as needed.
• Work nights and weekends as required.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed