Asphalt Plant Laborer

CRH; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Pennsy Supply, a CRH company, is seeking an asphalt plant laborer to perform general duties at our asphalt plant, including shoveling, material handling, and keeping areas clean while following safety rules. The role requires readiness to learn mobile equipment and work across varied shifts at different locations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED; previous plant experience is helpful but not required, with strong attention to safety and teamwork valued for this position.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working in or around an asphalt plant is helpful but not required.
• Ability to work various times during day, night or weekend hours

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA/MSHA and Pennsy Supply policies.
• Inspect and service trucks; report conditions to supervisor.
• Learn to operate dozer, excavator, plant loader and pit equipment as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and stockpiles organized to prevent injury.
• Assist the plant operator and remove dust from silos and conveyors.
• Perform general labor tasks and other duties as assigned

Education

High school Diploma or GED equivalent

Previous experience around an asphalt plant helpful

Job description

Job ID: 526650

Pennsy Supply is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready‑mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top‑quality, innovative products and services.

Position Overview

Our asphalt plant laborer will perform a wide range of general duties at an asphalt plant including but not limited to: shoveling, moving materials, and maintaining good housekeeping while adhering to all safety regulations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies, rules and regulations of OSHA/MSHA and Pennsy Supply, Inc.
• Determine the need for fuel, coolants, lubricants, ignition aids, and add as needed; inspect, lubricate, and service truck and report condition of vehicle to Supervisor
• Preparedness to learn dozer, excavator, plant loader, pit loader and pit hauler and any other mobile equipment associated to the quarry operation
• Maintain a high degree of care and attention required to prevent injury to others in highly congested areas
• Maintain correct stockpiling techniques to ensure material does not segregate
• Responsible to stockpile proper product on correct stockpiles
• Assist the plant operator when needed
• Remove dust from the dust silo
• Clean materials under conveyors and plant areas
• Perform general laboring duties when necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must submit to a drug screen and criminal background check
• Able to work various times during day, night or weekend hours, at various locations

Education/Experience

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience working in or around an asphalt plant helpful but not required

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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.

Pennsy Supply, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EEO/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.