Asphalt Plant Utility Laborer

Oldcastle Inc.; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated utility person to perform essential PM duties on production equipment. This role involves maintaining the operational efficiency of heavy machinery, ensuring safety protocols, and conducting inspections. The company fosters a culture of growth and development, providing comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement. If you're looking for a rewarding challenge in a supportive environment, this position could be the perfect fit for you. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and quality in every aspect of their operations.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Required mechanical skills and safety mindset for equipment maintenance.
• High School diploma or GED and completion of safety training.

Responsibilities

• Perform PM duties on production equipment including fueling and greasing.
• Conduct work area inspections and maintain fluid levels.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Safety mindset

Basic mathematical skills

Effective communication

Education

High School or GED

MSHA/OSHA Training

Job description

Safety, Integrity, Quality are the foundation or core values on which Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH company operates. Located in New York and New Jersey, Tilcon New York Inc. is an integrated materials company with multiple quarry locations, water terminals, heavy highway construction division, asphalt and recycle plants. Tilcon manufactures, sells and ships, made in the USA, products of crushed stone, asphalt, sand, gravel and recycled materials throughout New York, New Jersey, and some areas of Pennsylvania. Growth opportunity, professional development and a culture of support and resources are provided to each employee for their personal growth and success within Tilcon New York Inc., and CRH.

Position Overview

Perform various PM duties on production equipment which include fueling, greasing equipment, changing light bulbs, wipers, and adding oil lubes. The utility person will be responsible for maintaining bucket hardware on our production fleet.

Roles and Responsibilities

(Essential Duties and Functions)

• Wear a hardhat, safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, gloves, hearing protection and respirator as needed.
• Perform risk assessment prior to performing any work.
• Perform work area inspections.
• Grease and maintain all grease fittings.
• Maintain proper fluid levels on production equipment.
• Fuel equipment.
• Detect safety hazards and malfunctions and respond accordingly.
• May be called upon at the discretion of the Foreman to perform any other duties assigned and/or to assist other departments if necessary.
• Follow directions.

Education/Experience

Required

• Mechanical skills needed.
• Must have a safety mindset.
• High School or GED.
• Successful completion of MSHA/OSHA Training.
• Task training on an as-needed basis.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Able to perform all duties without a direct threat of injury to the individual or others.
• Demonstrates safe, productive job performance.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with other personnel.
• Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions and deal with simple problems.
• Ability to read English or Spanish.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Range of Motion

Frequently:

• Kneel
• Squat
• Climb (ladder or stair)
• Stand
• Walk

Occasionally:

• Sit
• Drive
• Fine motor
• Repetitive motion
• Right
• Left
• Work in varied weather conditions: wet, dusty, noisy environments, hot and cold.
• Some danger due to working around equipment/plant and/or traffic.
• Exposed to noise.
• Moving equipment.
• Work with others.

Frequently:

• Hot weather
• Cold weather
• Wet weather

Occasionally:

• Exposed to high heat

Lifting

Frequently:

• 0-10 lbs.
• 10-25 lbs.
• 25-50 lbs.

Occasionally:

• 50-100 lbs.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• A 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.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Tilcon New York Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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