Asphalt Plant Operator

2 days ago

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States Harrison Construction Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and physically fit individual to join our team as an Asphalt Plant Laborer. As a key member of our construction team, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe work environment, following company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations, and assisting plant crew with various duties.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
  • Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
  • Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
  • Assist plant crew with various duties such as shoveling, loading equipment, and general maintenance and upkeep of plant.
  • May be required to use power and/or hand tools such as shovel, rake, hammer, saw, pneumatic hammer/drill, tamps, and other tools associated with laborer.
  • Dig, spread, and level construction materials.
  • Lift, carry, and hold materials, tools, and supplies.
  • Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks at plant.
  • Physical ability to operate equipment under temperature extremes and for extended hours of time.
  • Normal shift is 8-12 hours.
  • Attitude/cooperation: always maintaining courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, and public.
  • High school education or GED preferred but not required.
  • Experience running a loader preferred but not required.
  • Basic electrical/mechanical skills preferred but not required.
  • Previous experience in construction field is preferred.
  • Ability to communicate effectively to insure all plant personnel understand what is expected and what needs are lacking.
  • Ability to be flexible with last minute schedule changes, location changes, time of shift changes.
  • Overtime work required. Out of town/county/or state work may be required.
  • Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
  • Ability to work at heights up to 90 feet wearing appropriate PPE to perform maintenance or repair to plant components.
  • Ability to adhere to PPE policy and maintain individual PPE in a functional condition as supplied by company.
  • Requires riding to and from plants. If operating company vehicle, employee must meet Driver Qualification Standard.
  • Ability to use power and/or hand tools needed to complete jobs within specifications.
  • Ability to practice safety standards per Company Safety Policy requirements.
  • Ability to operate or initiative to learn to operate equipment and learn additional skills required at an asphalt plant.
  • Physical ability to perform maintenance on plant under extreme temperatures and for extended hours of time.
  • Must be able to climb stairs/ladders to top of plant/silo.
  • Uses tools such as sledge hammer, wrenches, screwdrivers, cutting torch, welder, pneumatic hammer/drill, sand blaster, pipe wrench.
  • Job requires the following motions: climbing, stooping, stretching, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling, twisting, walking, standing, reaching, and squatting.
  • Must be able to adapt and work in extreme weather temperatures.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. while using proper lifting techniques.
What We Offer
  • A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
  • Highly competitive base pay.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
  • Group retirement savings program.
  • Health and wellness programs.

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