Asphalt Plant Loader Operator Night Shift -Clearwater FL

Preferred Materials, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical, dental and disability plans

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture with growth

Job summary

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is seeking an Asphalt Plant Loader Operator to ensure material flow, operate loaders, and support safe plant operations at our Florida facilities.

The role requires a high school diploma with strong math skills, and a minimum of 3 years' asphalt plant operator experience. Proficiency with Excel and familiarity with Astec double barrel components and Gencor controls are a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required with strong math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as an Asphalt Plant Operator.
• Experience with Astec double barrel components and Gencor controls is a plus.
• Computer literate; experience with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Ensure supply of materials for asphalt plant is available.
• Operate loader to transport materials to/from storage and processing areas.
• Load trucks with correct materials and weights for delivery.
• Inspect equipment prior to operation for safety/maintenance issues.
• Perform routine loader maintenance (lubrication, fueling, cleaning).
• Maintain plant safety and cleanliness; assist with maintenance, shoveling, and grounds cleanup.
• Assist with general labor at the plant site and support other production areas.
• Report major maintenance or plant issues to the plant manager.

Skills

Strong math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Loader operation experience

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Astec double barrel components

Gencor controls

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Preferred Materials - Asphalt, part of CRH Florida Division of Companies, is the leader in production of high-quality hot mix and warm mix asphalt, and, with a team of skilled contracting professionals, Preferred Materials - Asphalt also offers design-build and conventional-bid-build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects. Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and with offices throughout Florida, Preferred Materials - Asphalt Division performs asphalt paving, grading, and related roadway services. Our employees make Preferred Materials - Asphalt a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

Job requirements include the following:

• Ensure necessary supply of materials for asphalt plant is available.
• Utilize a loader to transport materials to and from storage and processing areas.
• Load trucks with proper materials and weight for delivery.
• Inspect equipment prior to operation for any safety or maintenance issues.
• Perform routine maintenance on the loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness of plant premises including but not limited to assisting with plant maintenance, shoveling, and grounds cleanup.
• Assist with general labor at the plant site. Routinely assist other plant employees in different areas of production.
• Reports any major maintenance or other plant related issues to plant manager.
• Properly follow & promote all company policies and OSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented

The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented

Education/Experience

• High school graduate with strong math skills and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Minimum 3 years experience as Asphalt Plant Operator
• Experience with Astec double barrel components and gencor controls a plus.
• Computer literate, experience with Microsoft Excel

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.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative 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.