Shift Utility

Job Summary The Shift Utility performs operating, inspection, adjustment, and maintenance duties to maintain continuity of plant operations. This is a 10-hour rotating shift position (days/swings/nights). Benefits At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from. Compensation $36.82/hour - $38.82/hour Responsibilities Inspects plant equipment as required and performs some routine lubrication on such equipment as compressors, seals, mill journals, drive chains, etc.Change separator valve settings and blades, make silo changesAssists in moving stackers and reclaimersPerforms or assists in repair work and makes equipment adjustmentsOperates front end loader, bobcat, dump truck, dozer, and other plant equipment to move materials as necessaryPerforms clean-up duties such as cleaning out feed chutes, transfer points, belts, and pulleys, etc.Provides any other assistance required to maintain smooth operations in production and shipping departmentsFurnishes necessary hand tools to perform job dutiesPerform clean up duties in all areas of the facilityJob duties include handling and using high-pressure gas devices with Federal ATF, state, and county requirements which must be completedAssists in other plant operations as necessary Education High school diploma/GED Requirements/Qualifications Familiarity with computers Ability to read, write, and verbally communicate in the English languageKnowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility including systems to remove tower plugsAbility to sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)Walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs, and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spacesWalk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground)Climb stairs and ladders as high as 380 feet in elevationPhysical ability to climb on equipmentMust be able to lift and carry 70lbs. up stairsMust be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as requiredAbility to see and hear safety indicators and warningsMust work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln processWill have exposure to all levels of noise that require the use of hearing protectionExposure to cement, clay, limestone, and various lab chemicals. See MSDS for more details.Ability to work in surroundings that include heat, dust, vibration, heights, and confined spaces Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.