Assistant Batch Plant Operator

Gilder Search Group; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group is seeking an Assistant Batch Plant Operator in Virginia, Minnesota. The role involves overseeing safe and efficient production at a portable concrete plant, including testing of materials and managing controls to ensure quality. Candidates should have experience with concrete batching, strong organizational skills, and the ability to perform maintenance and repairs on machinery.

The position requires excellent communication and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. ACI Level 1 certification is needed within the first year. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with concrete batching.
• Thorough knowledge of concrete batching technology and safety procedures.
• Computer literate and ACI Level 1 certified within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all plant operations.
• Coordinate daily paperwork with superintendents.
• Maintain accurate and current reports as required.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Concrete batching knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multi-task

Education

Technical training in concrete batching

Job description

Assistant Batch Plant Operator

This position will be responsible for all activities related to the safe and efficient production of a portable concrete plant. Testing of materials, along with managing controls to weigh and mix aggregate, cement, and water are all essential elements of this position. The Batch Plant Operator will be accountable for set up and tear down of the concrete batch plant, ordering material, maintenance, and record keeping. The ability to repair machinery using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment are required while the ability and experience to make electrical repairs is favorable. Individual must have a thorough knowledge of concrete batching, be computer literate, ACI Level 1 certified within the first year of employment, have excellent communication and organizational skills, the ability to work well with others, be able to multi task in a fast paced environment, and have experience with front‑end loaders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1-3 years with concrete batching in ready mix or concrete paving.
• Technical training or related experience with concrete batching.
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of concrete batching technology, equipment, methods, and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing all plant operations.
• Coordinate daily paperwork with superintendents.
• Oversee all maintenance and mobilization.
• Ensure equipment continually remains and operates in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintaining accurate and current reports as required.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure all environmental regulations and policies are followed.
• Regular attendance required.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications and ability to complete the essential requirements and responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is our policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, age, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company will provide equal opportunities in employment and take affirmative action as necessary in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.