Groundsman

Rogers • Roanoke, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Rogers Group is currently seeking an individual for a Groundsman position for our Virginia SMA operations in Roanoke, VA. The successful candidate for this role will be motivated, and have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence. Wages starting at $18.00/hr. for entry level candidates. Some positions require no experience and Rogers Group will train. Higher pay for skilled operators of heavy equipment with quarry and mining experience. Overtime available and extensive medical and retirement benefits.

Requirements

• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties without constant supervision.
• Able to perform a variety of duties, some which may include plant clean-up, maintenance, operating equipment and other duties as assigned.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand basic safety and work instructions.
• Must be willing to work weekends and overtime.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours as needed.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration document.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment - such as a skid steer, haul truck, excavator, or loader - preferred.
• Maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with aggregate operations is a plus.
• Cutting and welding experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• General plant/mine labor and clean-up of production areas, including shoveling stone from around conveyors and assisting with plant clean-up and operations.
• Being trained in various other entry level production positions and fill in as needed during vacations, absences, and increased production demand times.
• Operate heavy equipment to support operations as needed.
• Run water truck to control dust on roadways.
• Report equipment problems and identify them to management; help maintain quarry and equipment.
• Light maintenance work and maintaining belt lines.
• Complete daily inspections and equipment pre-shift report – if applicable.
• Assist other workers as needed or directed and other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company paid life insurance, disability insurance, and more.
• Retirement 401K account with company contribution and match.
• Paid Holiday Shutdown period between Christmas and New Years in addition to 7 holidays throughout the year.
• Paid vacation – 1 week at 1 year; 2 weeks at 2 years; 3 weeks at 5 years; 4 weeks at 20 years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.

What This Job Offers

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