Sand Plant Laborer

CRH • Apac, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

APAC Central Inc., a CRH company, is seeking a Sand Plant Laborer. This role involves producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, and asphalt. The company serves Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri and has a history dating back to the early 20th Century. The Sand Plant Laborer is responsible for maintaining the plant, ensuring a safe work environment, and performing daily maintenance tasks.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Must be 18 years in age or older
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations
• Able to operate front end loader and skid loader
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to effectively direct others in the workplace
• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear
• May require standing for extended periods of time
• Climb: ascent/descend three point entry into cab of truck; ascend/descend a ladder using both hands and feet while grasping handrail to the top of the mixer drum
• Lift: exertion of physical strength to move objects (40-70 lbs.) from one level to another
• Carry: hold or rest weighted objects (50 lbs.) directly on hands, arms, shoulders, or back while walking from one location to another
• Bend: flexion of the upper trunk forward while standing and knees extended or knees flexed when sitting
• Push/Pull: Exertion of force on or against object (70 lbs.) to move it from one location to another
• Reach: extend the hands and arms in any direction
• Kneel: maintain the body in an erect posture while resting body weight on one or both knees
• Stoop: flexion of the upper body forward at the waist with partial flexion of the knee while standing
• Twist: using hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers

Nice To Haves

• Two years of related experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Grease the plant and maintain gear box fluid levels
• Assist plant personnel when needed
• Maintain site cleaning program
• Operate small power tools
• Operate Skid Steer
• Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment
• Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of plant is completed
• Report all major maintenance problems to Lead-man or superintendent
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required
• Other duties as may be assigned

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED