Wash Plant Operator

About the Role

This position involves the skilled operation of various crusher and washer equipment as well as a variety of laboring activities, including, but not limited to: 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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently
• 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
• Keep time and material records
• Knowledge of aggregate sizes and classifications
• 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
• One (1) 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
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft operating systems
• 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
• 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

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