Ready Mix Plant Operator & Maintenance Technician

Position Overview

The Plant Operator is responsible for controlling production and load out of materials produced in the batch plant, as well as for scheduling and ensuring timely delivery of supplies to the plant to perform duties in conjunction with dispatch loading instructions. Need to be able to travel to Delta, Montrose, Gunnison, Telluride, Crested Butte, and Grand Junction, Rifle, Carbondale, Gypsum & Steamboat Springs. Some overnight travel required.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Batches concrete load according to specifications. Reads dispatch orders and understands required needs for production of materials.
• Conduct batching operations in an efficient and safe manner while complying with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct batching functions in a professional manner and ensure compliance with job specifications and all applicable environmental and air quality regulations.
• Prints out invoice tickets on each truck/load and files. Gives copy of invoice to truck drivers to obtain customer payment upon delivery of materials as needed.
• Responsible for efficient working condition of plant equipment. Performs maintenance to batch plant which includes greasing parts, sweeping, shoveling, performing equipment repairs, cleaning, removing jam-ups, and welding.
• Become proficient in all batching, dispatching & Quality Control Software.
• Maintain time and material records.
• Able to understand appropriate uses of various mix designs.
• Responsible for efficient working condition of plant equipment.
• Must be able to climb man ladder.
• Follow verbal and written instruction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• One to Two years batching-related experience is preferred.
• CDL Class A or B.
• Ability and willingness to pass ACI level 1 certification within six months.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Ability to operate computer and software applications. Proficient Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends, when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and productions areas as stated by OSHA and MSHA.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow documents and procedures such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to be self-sufficient and perform tasks and duties without immediate supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and managers.
• Perform required field and laboratory tests and procedures per applicable standards.
• Ability to test concrete for conformance with mixed design and specification.
• Ability to conduct moisture tests, yield calculation and yield adjustment of mix designs for conformance with mix designs and specifications.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear.
• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

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 CRH Offers You

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

EOE/Vet/Disability

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