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 is performed per the plant foreman's instruction and 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
• Performing strenuous work in varying weather conditions
• Traveling and working away from home when required
• Working nights and weekends when necessary
• Reporting to work at the designated start time
• Working overtime when required
• Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• One to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience (one year related experience preferred)
• 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, including getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground
• Flexibility for 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
• Noise level 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

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