Asphalt Plant Operator/Batcher

Tomlinson Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Ottawa is seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator/Batcher to support daily production and maintenance activities at their asphalt plants. Candidates should have mechanical knowledge and batching skills, with experience in a similar role preferred. The position offers competitive hourly wages between $32 and $37, along with employer-paid health benefits and extensive training programs. This role requires working in a challenging environment with long shifts and physical demands.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Employer paid health and dental benefits

Extensive training programs

Retirement benefits program

Employee discounts and other rewards programs

Qualifications

• Some experience as a general labourer may be required.
• Specific asphalt training is necessary.
• Ability to monitor and maintain asphalt plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Support daily asphalt production activities.
• Monitor asphalt plant for safe and efficient operations.
• Perform mechanical tasks including repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Welding experience

Batching knowledge

Job description

Career Opportunities: Asphalt Plant Operator/Batcher (4543)

Tomlinson is currently seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator/Batcher to work at our Asphalt plants in the Ottawa area.

Vacancy Type: Replacement

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support daily asphalt production by assisting with routine activities.
• Monitor asphalt plant performance to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operations.
• Safely receive and unload deliveries of liquid asphalt following established procedures.
• Perform mechanical tasks, including inspecting, maintaining, and repairing bearings, belts, and related equipment.
• Assist with ongoing plant maintenance to support reliability and reduce downtime.
• Carry out additional duties at the asphalt plant as needed and directed by supervisors.

REQUIRMENTS

• Some experience as a general labourer may be required.
• Mechanical knowledge.
• Specific asphalt training.
• Welding experience is an asset.
• Batching knowledge is required.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected hourly income is between $32 - $37 per hour. Placement within the range is dependant on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working in an asphalt plant environment – dusty, staining from asphalt residue, loud, etc.
• Exposure to the elements.
• Regular work shifts are 10 - 12 hour days.
• Requires some extended shifts, night work and weekend work.
• Some physical work – lifting, bending, crouching, etc.
• Working at heights.

TOMLINSON OFFERS:

• Competitive wages
• Employer paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family-oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies. We are committed to leveraging the latest technology to enhance our recruitment process. We may use AI tools in the screening and selection of candidates to efficiently and fairly assess all applicants. A Recruiter will review all results generated by AI. If you have any questions please contact our HR department.