ASPHALT PLANT OPERATOR

Davita Inc.; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the paving industry is seeking an asphalt plant operator in Salem, Oregon. The role involves operating and maintaining the plant, managing staff schedules, and ensuring quality control during operations. Ideal candidates will possess strong mechanical skills, good communication abilities, and at least two years of relevant experience in asphalt plant operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in asphalt plant operation.
• Ability to work in high and confined spaces.
• Ability to pass pre-employment tests.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain asphalt plant safely and efficiently.
• Manage schedules and duties for all plant personnel.
• Participate in quality control and safety programs.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Math skills

Communication

Organization

Observation

Troubleshooting

Job description

Description

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Operate and maintain asphalt plant in a safe and efficient manner


• Manage schedules/ hours as well as daily duties for all plant personnel


• Communicate with internal and external customers with daily orders and needs


• Track inventories of incoming and outgoing products


• Participate in quality control and safety programs


• Operate equipment, perform asphalt plant maintenance, and other misc. duties as directed by supervisor

This position will/may include nights and weekend shifts during the paving season

This position will/may include travel between plants as needed by supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires minimum two (2) years' experience in asphalt plant operation


• Must be able to monitor multiple plant systems for products of a quality and profitable product


• Must be able to work in high and confined spaces


• Must have good math skills in planning, organization, communication and observation


• Must be able to read and comprehend specifications, operator's manual, instructions and maintain operator's log


• Must have mechanical ability with welding, fabrication, and good troubleshooting skills


• Must have a positive attitude and the ability to work well with others


• Ability to operate loader helpful


• Ability to pass pre-employment criminal background check, physical/functional exam and drug screen


• Display a professional and courteous attitude towards all team members and customers

How to Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5900 to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Paving Laborer position:

Air Force:
Pavement and construction equipment Journeyman

Pavement and construction equipment Apprentice

Pavement and construction equipment Helper

Army:
Construction and equipment supervisor

General construction equipment operator

Rough Terrain Forklift & Loader Operator

Heavy Construction Equipment Operator

Navy:
Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator Basic

Advanced Equipment Operator

Construction man

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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