Crusher Operator

Position Overview

This is a skilled position responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of crushing plant equipment used in the production of aggregate materials. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent product quality, meeting production targets, and maintaining safe working conditions.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate primary and secondary crushing equipment to produce crushed stone, sand, and gravel according to specifications.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure proper material flow, gradation, and quality standards.
• Perform routine inspections of crushers, conveyors, screens, and related equipment to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Adjust controls and settings to regulate material size, throughput, and production efficiency.
• Conduct basic maintenance and repairs, including clearing jams, replacing wear parts, and performing lubrication tasks.
• Communicate with plant supervisors, loader operators, and maintenance personnel to coordinate production and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate production logs, downtime records, and equipment condition reports.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and MSHA regulations.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with plant start-up and shutdown procedures.

Qualifications

• Prior experience operating crushers, screening plants, or similar heavy equipment in an aggregate or mining environment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Knowledge of aggregate production processes and material specifications.
• Ability to read and understand operational manuals, safety procedures, and production requirements.
• Basic computer or tablet skills for reporting and tracking purposes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Education/Experience

• A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• A valid Driver’s License is preferred.
• Commitment to workplace safety and active participation in safety initiatives.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, and dust.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work at heights.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Physical Requirements

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this Job.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly 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

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

What We Offer

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.