APAC - Construction Laborer - Hays, KS

at APAC-KANSAS, INC. in; Hays (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company, is seeking a motivated Quarry Laborer in Hays, KS to operate plant equipment and assist in daily operations.

The role offers growth opportunities, safety-first culture, and competitive pay at $18/hour, with pay based on experience. You will contribute to plant efficiency, quality, and teamwork in a dynamic outdoor setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License (Class A or B CDL preferred) and clean driving record.
• At least 2 years' related experience is preferred, but training is available.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor rock, sand, and gravel plant equipment to batch, crush, and sort materials for construction projects.
• Control machinery from the panelboard, ensuring smooth feeding, crushing, and sifting processes.
• Observe gauges and machinery to uphold strict quality and safety standards.
• Keep the worksite and plant clean, organized, and safe for all team members.
• Conduct routine plant maintenance and report any major issues to supervisors for quick resolution.
• Assist in repairs using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment as needed.
• Mentor and train newer team members, helping them grow and succeed.
• Performing general labor duties as required—your reliability makes a difference every day.
• Show up consistently and on time—your team counts on you.

Skills

Basic math

Communication

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Loader operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Electricity

Mechanics

Job description

APAC - Construction Laborer - Hays, KS (Construction)

Job ID: 526830

APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century!

Check out this great opportunity

Competitive Pay | Growth Opportunities | Safety-First Culture

Are you ready to grow your career in a dynamic, hands-on environment? We're seeking motivated Quarry Laborers to join our respected team, where your hard work powers the success of our plant operations. At $18 an hour (with pay based on experience), you'll find not just a job but a pathway to advancement, camaraderie, and pride in your craft.

Your Role: Essential Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor rock, sand, and gravel plant equipment to batch, crush, and sort materials for construction projects.
• Control machinery from the panelboard, ensuring smooth feeding, crushing, and sifting processes.
• Observe gauges and machinery to uphold strict quality and safety standards.
• Keep the worksite and plant clean, organized, and safe for all team members.
• Conduct routine plant maintenance and report any major issues to supervisors for quick resolution.
• Assist in repairs using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment as needed.
• Mentor and train newer team members, helping them grow and succeed.
• Performing general labor duties as required-your reliability makes a difference every day.
• Show up consistently and on time-your team counts on you.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License (Class A or B CDL preferred) and clean driving record.
• At least 2 years' related experience is preferred, but we're willing to train motivated individuals.

Work Requirements

• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Valid DOT medical card (or willingness to obtain one).
• Strict adherence to all safety rules and procedures.
• I am willing to travel, work nights or weekends, and handle extended hours as needed.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and on various shifts.
• Commitment to always wearing all required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Skills & Knowledge

• Experience operating front-end loaders and skid loaders is a plus.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills for tracking materials and time records.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate clearly with the team.
• Some familiarity with Excel, Word, electricity, and mechanics is helpful.
• Leadership potential-you'll help direct and train others in your role.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.

Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.

Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.

Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.

Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.

Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.

Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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 programsAn 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 a large international organization.

APAC Central Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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