Utility/ Ground Technician

About the role

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States. Rogers Group is currently seeking candidates for a Utility / Ground Technician position at the Cross Plains Quarry, located in Cross Plains, TN. The successful candidate for this role will be able to complete a variety of labor and operation tasks in the quarry and crushing plant. This individual will be responsible for helping to move materials, stockpiling, plant maintenance and clean-up, and supporting various other production duties. They must have a strong commitment to safety excellence.

Responsibilities

• General plant / mine labor and clean-up of production areas, including shoveling stone from around conveyors and assisting with plant clean-up and operations.
• Perform plant maintenance work – cutting, welding, changing rollers & bearings, belt splicing.
• Operate various pieces of equipment as needed – such as a bobcat, skid steer, and haul truck, dozer, and track hoe.
• Be trained in various production positions and fill in as needed during vacations, absences, and increased production demand times.
• Run water truck to control dust on roadways.
• Report equipment problems and identify them to management; help maintain quarry and equipment.
• Complete daily inspections and equipment pre-shift report – if applicable.
• Assist other workers as needed or directed.
• Other duties, assignments, and requirements as determined by management.

Qualifications

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, some of which may include plant clean-up, production, maintenance, heavy equipment operation, and other duties as assigned.
• Previous experience welding and cutting preferred.
• Experience operating various pieces of heavy equipment – bobcat, skid steer, and haul truck.
• Self-motivated individual – must be able to perform required duties without constant supervision.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand basic safety and work instructions.
• Willingness to work weekends and overtime as necessary.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Plant maintenance experience is a plus.
• Experience with aggregate operations is a plus.