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Experienced Asphalt Plant Operator

Walbec Group · Franks Field, WI · 2 mo ago
ManagementFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Follow all safety requirements to maintain a safe work environment
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work site including shoveling, sweeping, and skid steer operation
  • Monitor equipment operation for consistent flow of materials to produce high-quality, in-spec hot mix asphalt for internal and external customers
  • Load out trucks for material distribution utilizing computerized operations
  • Willingness to learn new tasks, do different tasks throughout the day and be a team player
  • Feed aggregate materials into the asphalt plant
  • Replace wear components on plant equipment (including cutting, welding, fabricating)
  • Work on elevated platforms as well as enter and monitor confined spaces
  • Monitor aggregate gradations and moisture contents to ensure consistency of materials
  • Monitor hot mix asphalt test results to verify finish materials are consistent, of high quality, and are produced within job specifications
  • Use equipment such as: Welders (Stick, MIG), Oxy Acetylene Torches, Pneumatic Jackhammers, Power Tools (Drill, Grinder, Impact Wrench, etc.), Front End Loader, Skid Steer Loader, Aerial Man Lift, Telehandler Lift, Water Truck, Telescoping Boom Truck, Dump Truck

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant work experience preferred
  • Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record
  • Ability to work varied hours including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed
  • Capacity to tolerate and work in variable weather conditions, and work in dirty and dusty environments
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and elevated platforms, including heights over 50'
  • Mechanical/Fabricating and repair experience is preferred
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Successfully pass aptitude tests
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred
  • Prior experience and/or education in a related field preferred
  • Member of the appropriate trade union or willingness to become a union member are required

Qualifications

  • Union membership is not required prior to employment

Skills

  • Safe work environment maintenance
  • Equipment operation and maintenance
  • Aggregate handling and monitoring
  • Hot mix asphalt production and testing
  • Confined space and elevated platform work
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Equipment operation (Welding, Cutting, Fabrication, etc.)

Benefits

  • Competitive union wages
  • Strong benefits
  • Reliable, steady work across Southern Wisconsin
  • On-the-job training from experienced crew members
  • Supportive, family-focused work culture
  • Opportunities to grow within the company

Pay

  • Competitive union wages

Schedule

  • Varies based on shift and project needs

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