Asphalt Plant Operator, Union

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CRH is seeking a Union Asphalt Plant Operator for Shelly Company in Maumee, OH, a full-time, on-site role focused on the safe and efficient operation of an HMA batch or drum plant. You’ll interact with customers, paving crews and drivers, perform routine maintenance, inspect baghouse and dryer components, and handle basic welding, fabrication and electrical troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental and company policies. Accurate daily production and sales paperwork are essential. To succeed, demonstrate hands-on plant experience, strong safety instincts, and comfort with Windows-based software. Important: join Local 18 IUOE within 60 days, be willing to travel and work nights or weekends, and show reliability and teamwork. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Job ID:  526263

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Position Overview

The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient daily operations of an HMA batch or drum plant. This role will regularly interact with customers, paving fore-people, aggregate and AC drivers. Individual will perform miscellaneous preventative maintenance tasks and operational inspections, as well as any necessary operation of mobile equipment.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Assist the Plant Manager (if applicable) with the daily operations and upkeep of the facility
• Inspect and perform maintenance on plant parts, including:
  • ability to access bottom and upper baghouse to inspect and change bags
  • ability to access dryer to inspect, maintain, and replace dryer flights
  • ability to inspect and clean burner tip and nozzle
• Ability to maintain and operate front end loaders
• Ability to access all areas of the plant to perform necessary maintenance and repairs that may include welding, fabrication, and basic electrical troubleshooting
• Knowledge of all applicable regulations affecting asphalt plant production, safety, environmental, state, federal, and company policies; ensure observance and compliance with all regulations and permit conditions
• Ability to detect safety hazards and malfunctions and respond accordingly
• Accurately complete daily paperwork which includes plant production reports, material produced, sales reports, and nightly deposits from cash customer

Other Requirements:

• Employee must join Local 18 IUOE within 60 days of employment
• Must be competent with computers and have knowledge of Windows based programs
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures
• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to perform basic mathematical skills.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will also be occasionally expected to access and perform work in confined space environments.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet/humid conditions, airborne particles, and extreme heat or cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud and may require protective equipment.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• 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

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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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