Aggregate Plant Technician & Operator

CalPortland; Troutdale (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CalPortland is seeking an Aggregate Plant Maintenance / Operator to operate and maintain plant equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, and wash equipment. The role requires pre-shift and post-shift inspections, safe handling of tools, welding for repairs, and occasional long hours or weekend work in a fast-paced aggregate facility.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, experience with heavy machinery, welding/fabricating skills, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Safety Sensitive position.
• Ability to work alone and within a team.
• Operate heavy machinery including loader, dozer, water truck and haul truck.
• Load dump trucks safely and efficiently.
• Familiarity with aggregates and construction materials (sand, gravel, crushed rock).
• Work under pressure and maintain good attendance.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Experience with welding, fabricating, belt splicing, and working around crushers and screens.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety and mechanical inspections of the plant and equipment.
• Address housekeeping issues within the workspace.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance problems to minimize costs and delays.
• Monitor, repair and change worn parts.
• Use tools to complete repair and maintenance tasks.
• Operate loader and other equipment as needed.
• Engage in general labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping.
• Comply with CalPortland policies and MSHA rules and regulations.
• Be able to work irregular hours and weekends for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Heavy equipment operation

Problem solving

Communication

Leadership

Attendance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Welder and cutting torches

Forklift operation

Cranes and boom trucks

Welding equipment

Cutting torches

Haul trucks and loaders

Job description

CalPortland is seeking an Aggregate Plant Maintenance / Operator to operate and maintain plant equipment, including crushers, screens, conveyors, and wash equipment. The role requires pre-shift and post-shift inspections, safe handling of tools, welding for repairs, and occasional long hours or weekend work in a fast-paced aggregate facility.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, experience with heavy machinery, welding/fabricating skills, and a valid driver's license.