Equipment Operator/Laborer - CRH Americas

Job ID:  506315

Interstate Concrete & Asphalt Co., a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion.  We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies. For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services. We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation. 

Position Overview

Whether you’re looking for an opportunity to break into the construction industry, or looking for the next step in your career, our team can provide you with a fun and challenging opportunity to grow with an industry leader. In this role, you’ll be running various types of equipment, working on conveyors, and assisting with the production of aggregates. You’ll play an integral part as we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. 

If you’re someone that likes to see the visible results of your hard work each day, working outdoors and running equipment this is the career path for you. The ideal candidate will have basic mechanical skills and be a safety-minded individual with the desire to learn and grow.

Shift: Monday – Friday 6am – 4pm. Days/hours worked may vary based on workload.

Wage: DOE w/ potential for overtime

Company Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Operate loader to ensure proper supply of materials to the wash plant, trucks and other assigned areas.
• Maintain wash plant operations to ensure timely production.
• Monitor gauges, dials and operation of machinery.
• Perform safety inspections and attend routine staff safety meetings.
• Coordinate production and loading of washed aggregate.
• Communicate and receive directions from team members.

• Perform general clean-up, maintenance and housekeeping tasks at the plant.
• Shovel excess materials from around conveyors and other areas to prevent build up.
• Drive haul truck to transport and dump crushed rock within the plant.
• Perform general maintenance (i.e., oiling, greasing plant equipment) as directed and refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Be part of a team dedicated to safely providing quality products to our internal and external customers.
• Routinely assist other members of the workforce in different areas of production.

• Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

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

Minimum Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.
• Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
• Demonstrates the willingness to learn and work a variety of job tasks.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

Preferred Requirements

• Equipment operation and/or mechanical skills.
• Previous construction/aggregate or related experience.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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
• A diverse and 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 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!

Interstate Concrete & Asphalt Co., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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