Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

Kokosing Materials, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Company paid life

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401K plus match

Job summary

Kokosing Materials, Inc. (KMI) seeks an Operator to safely operate a variety of equipment at our asphalt facilities. The role emphasizes safe, efficient handling of plant and construction equipment and ongoing maintenance to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities include monitoring production, troubleshooting issues with colleagues, and performing routine tasks as directed by the Foreman. Travel and shift flexibility are required to support day and night operations.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be willing to work day or night shift, including weekends.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must be capable of operating the assigned machine and any other related equipment in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt plant and construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Operate track excavators, back hoes, dozers, loaders, rollers, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Perform routine duties as directed by Foreman.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is maintained and serviced.
• Monitor production levels and adjust production as needed.
• Troubleshoot and discuss production problems with co-workers and supervisors.

Skills

Knowledge of asphalt plant

Attention to detail

Initiative

Willingness to work day/night shifts

Willingness to travel

Safety conscious

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

Operator must have the ability to operate a variety of equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for safely operating and maintaining asphalt plant and construction equipment.
• Responsible for operating track excavators, back hoes, dozers, loaders, rollers, forklifts, and other pieces of equipment.
• Perform other routine duties as directed by Foreman.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is properly maintained and serviced as needed.
• Monitor production levels and adjust production as needed.
• Troubleshoot, problem solve, and successfully discuss production problems with co-workers and supervisors.

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 capable of operating the assigned machine and any other related equipment in a safe manner.
• Must be able to do a competent inspection of the equipment.

Benefits

Kokosing Materials offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life, and disability insurance.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company paid life
• disability insurance
• paid time off
• 401K plus match

We also provide competitive incentives to eligible team members, like paid time off and 401K plus match to reward our team members for staying committed to our customers and keeping safety a priority.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 50 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. Since 1951, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.