Asphalt Plant Groundman

Kokosing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Kokosing Materials, Inc. (KMI) seeks a hands-on technician to inspect, clean, and repair mechanical equipment at the Asphalt Plant. The role requires operating track excavators, backhoes, dozers, loaders, rollers, forklifts, and related machinery.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, proactive, and able to follow complex instructions. Willingness to work day or night shifts, weekends, and travel as needed is essential to support Ohio’s infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of asphalt plant.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must have the initiative and willingness to perform additional responsibilities as requested.
• Willing to work day or night shift, including weekends.
• Willing to travel.
• Able to understand directions/instructions on methods/process to do work.
• Maintain a high level of awareness in a busy project environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, cleaning, and repairing mechanical equipment related to the Asphalt Plant.
• Operate track excavators, backhoes, dozers, loaders, rollers, forklifts and other equipment (a strong plus).

Skills

Knowledge of asphalt plant

Attention to detail

Initiative

Flexibility

Shift willingness

Willingness to travel

Ability to follow directions

Situational awareness

Tools

Track excavators

Backhoes

Dozers

Loaders

Rollers

Forklifts

Job description

Kokosing Materials, Inc. (KMI) has been a leader in the asphalt production industry since 1980. With 19 asphalt plants across central and Northern Ohio, as well as liquid asphalt terminals in Wheelersburg and Mansfield, KMI is dedicated to producing high‑quality asphalt products and providing exceptional customer service. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, integrity, and sustainability, continuously investing in our plants to ensure they operate efficiently and meet the highest environmental standards. Through our partnership with Kokosing, we leverage shared expertise and resources to deliver innovative solutions and contribute to building Ohio's infrastructure. Join KMI and be part of a company that values safety, integrity and quality.

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspecting, cleaning, and performing repairs on mechanical equipment related to the Asphalt Plant.
• Knowledge of operating track excavators, backhoes, dozers, loaders, rollers, forklifts, and other pieces of equipment – a strong plus.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of asphalt plant.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must have the initiative, ability, and willingness to perform and assist with other responsibilities for job completion as requested.
• Must be willing to work day or night shift, including weekends.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must be able to understand directions/instructions on methods/process to do work.
• Must be able to maintain high level of awareness for a busy project work environment.

Kokosing Materials offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance. We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401(k) plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

Kokosing Materials is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.