Asphalt Plant Laborer

Essential Tasks:

• Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers.
• Properly follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Report any problems to the Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of plant is completed.
• Responsible for keeping plant clean.
• Report all major maintenance problems to Lead-man or superintendent
• Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing, and repair of the plant to further their abilities.
• Perform general laboring duties when necessary.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

 Ellsworth Construction companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. 

Ellsworth Construction companies participate in E-Verify.  Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.  

Qualifications:

Education/Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Two years of related experience preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain current driver's license that meets state requirements, i.e., CDL, Class A and/or B Driver with possible hazmat and tanker endorsements.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Able to work in or around water. Position may require taking a boat to dredge and being out on the water.
• Able to operate front end loader and skid loader.
• Ability to read, write and do basic mathematical calculations in order to keep time and material records.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively direct others in the workplace.
• Basic knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Basic knowledge in electricity and mechanics.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require standing for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to climb ladders or stairs and to work at heights.
• Able to work in tight quarters.
• Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to work extended hours if needed.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock or burn.
• The noise level in some areas of the work environment may be loud, but is typically moderate.
• The work is in a safety sensitive environment.

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials. May be requested to work overtime and weekends for special events.