Asphalt Plant Operator

Duininck Companies; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Per Diem

Health plans

Dental & Vision plans

Life insurance

Short-Term Disability

PPE provided

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck Companies is seeking a seasonal, full-time Asphalt Plant Operator to join our production team across central Minnesota and nearby markets. You will safely operate the plant, coordinate with truck drivers, perform daily safety inspections, and ensure mix quality with QM/QC support while maintaining a clean, safe site.

This role requires travel throughout Central & Western Minnesota, Northern Iowa, and the Eastern Dakotas, with extended/irregular hours during the production season.

Qualifications

• Safe operation of asphalt plant.
• Knowledge of asphalt materials and equipment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proven problem-solving abilities in a production setting.
• Commitment to safety, reliability, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the asphalt plant according to production schedule.
• Coordinate with truck drivers for material delivery and pickup.
• Perform daily safety inspections and request maintenance as needed.
• Work with the Plant Oiler and crew to maintain plant functions and assist repairs.
• Report service or repair needs to shop team.

Skills

Safe operations

Asphalt plant operations

Communication

Problem-solving

Safety focus

Job description

Current Openings - Construction & Materials

Willmar MN, Spicer MN, Marshall MN, Monticello MN, Watertown SD, Worthington MN

Duininck is a fourth-generation, 100-year family-led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

From highways and municipal projects to commercial developments, excavation, underground utilities, and paving, we take pride in shaping the infrastructure that helps the communities we work in thrive. Our work is about more than construction; it's about supporting the communities where we live and work, creating opportunities for growth on our crews, and building lasting value for generations to come.

This seasonal, full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive pay range of $35 to $45 per hour, based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Per Diem (when applicable)
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision Plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Position specific personal protective equipment provided
• 401K with company match, and more!

This position with the Duininck Asphalt Production team offers the opportunity to operate and maintain asphalt plant production, ensure material quality, support truck logistics, and contribute directly to successful paving projects. The Role:

• Safely operate the asphalt plant according to the production schedule, using appropriate materials to achieve required mix quality.
• Coordinate with truck drivers delivering and picking up materials and mix from the plant.
• Perform daily safety inspections and identify maintenance or repair needs.
• Work closely with the Plant Oiler and other crew members to maintain plant functions, perform service tasks, and assist with repairs when necessary.
• Report service or repair requirements to the shop team.
• Partner with QM/QC personnel to ensure mixes meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Keep equipment clean and prepare plant components for relocation or transport as needed.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe jobsite environment.
• Follow supervisor instructions and plan work with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Walk, bend, kneel, lift, stretch, and sit for extended periods.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly work extended or overtime hours depending on project needs.
• Travel throughout Central & Western Minnesota, Northern Iowa, and the Eastern Dakotas.

What we Look For:

• Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up when unsafe behavior or conditions arise.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt plant operations, materials, and equipment.
• Understanding of asphalt mix properties and factors affecting quality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively across crews, quality teams, truck drivers, and shop personnel.
• Proven problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced production environment.
• Consistent focus on safety, reliability, and quality plant performance.
• Willingness to travel and work extended or irregular hours during the production season.

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.