Quarry Plant Groundsman

About the role

This position involves a variety of laboring activities, including lubricating; shoveling; sweeping; steam cleaning; painting; tire work; mechanical assistance; lifting, pushing and pulling various objects and raking. Work will be performed per the plant foreman's instruction, free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining aggregate crusher, washer, and surrounding environment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Shoveling; sweeping; steam cleaning; painting; tire work; mechanical assistance; lifting, pushing and pulling various objects.
• Communicating production issues to supervisor or lead person.
• Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather conditions.
• Willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to work at the designated start time.
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 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 various shifts (days, nights, swings).

Physical demands

• GRIP - with at least 90 lbs. of force.
• CLIMBING - in, around, and on equipment.
• HEAVY LIFTING - of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist.
• AWKWARD POSITIONS - getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground.
• FLEXIBILITY - awkward reaches.
• BALANCE - including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.
• VISION - 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions.
• HEARING - corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers.

Work environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Competencies

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.

Other qualifications

• Must be able to pass physical fitness and agility test.

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.