Asphalt Plant Operator

Preferred Materials; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement savings

Wellness programs

Internal promotion opportunities

Job summary

Preferred Materials - Asphalt, Regionn, part of CRH Florida Division, seeks an experienced Asphalt Plant Operator in Tampa to operate plant controls, weigh aggregates and asphalt cement, and feed the dryer and mixer.

The role requires maintaining heat, ensuring proper material flow, and assisting in equipment maintenance while compiling production reports. Overtime, possible CDL-B, and exposure to heat/cold are part of the job. Join a safety‑driven team with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and strong math skills.
• Minimum 3 years experience as Asphalt Plant Operator.
• Experience with Astec double barrel components and Gencor controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate asphalt plants controls and weigh/deliver aggregates and asphalt cement to the dryer and mixer.
• Maintain heat in the dryer and proper material flow; assist in equipment maintenance.
• Compile reports on plant production and maintenance; perform related duties as needed.

Skills

Mathematical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

CDL-B license

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma

3 years asphalt plant operator experience

Tools

Astec double barrel components

Gencor controls

Excel

Job description

Requisition ID530131-Posted10/23/2026-AMAT-Preferred Materials - Asphalt-Full Time-Operations, Field and Plant Mgmt-United States-Florida

Preferred Materials - Asphalt Regionn, 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 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.

We are seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant Operator to operate asphalt plants controls, to weigh and deliver specified quantities of aggregates and asphalt cement to dryer for heating, and to mixer for mixing and dumping into trucks. Plant Operators maintain proper heat in dryer by adjusting thermostatic controls and maintain proper flow of materials. They assist in maintenance of plant equipment and in compiling reports regarding plant production & plant maintenance. May perform other related duties.

Job requirements include the following:

Job requires the following motions: climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, pushing, pulling, vibration, twisting, kneeling, standing, walking, sitting, reaching. Requires occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds. Must be able to climb stairs/ladders to top of plant. Uses tools such as sledge hammer, wrenches, screwdrivers, cutting torch, welder, pneumatic hammer/drill, sand blaster, pipe wrench, hand shovel. Answers telephone, radio, and takes and inputs orders. Depending on the size of the vehicle, employee could be required to have the following Commercial Drivers’ License in accordance with 49 CFR 383.91: heavy straight vehicle (Group B, no endorsements necessary). Overtime work is required. May be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather. Requires riding to and from plant sites. 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
• Aninclusive 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 Aff

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.