ASST PLANT OPERATOR (APO)

ZipRecruiter; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heavy civil and asphalt paving company in Charleston is seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator. The role involves monitoring materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a clean work environment. Join a family-owned business that values safety and employee growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

401K with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as an operator.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Monitor material piles and communicate with Plant leadership.
• Operate the water truck as required.
• Assist with other plant facility tasks.

Skills

Punctuality

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Job description

About Banks Construction Company: We are the leading single-source provider of heavy civil and asphalt paving services in the Charleston Area. We are a third-generation, family-owned business with deep roots in the community and a focus on continuous improvement. Our Core Values are Safety, Integrity, Team, and Excellence. Our team lives out these values every day on our projects!

Requirements:

What is the role of the Asphalt Plant Division?

The Asphalt Plant Division is part of the Production Group. At each facility, we unload granite stone, crush recycled asphalt, crush concrete, and produce asphalt.

What is an Asphalt Plant Operator (APO)?

This person assists in all ground operations at the plant, crusher, and unloading facility.

What you will get to do:

1. Monitor material piles and communicate with Plant leadership about material levels.
2. Grease the entire plant and check oil levels of machines and equipment.
3. Unload liquid material, lime, and other aggregates as needed.
4. Operate the water truck as required.
5. Keep plant areas (yard, tower, etc.) clean and organized.
6. Assist in maintaining clean and organized aggregate material piles.
7. Change out bad rollers.
8. Assist with other plant facility tasks as required.

Who you are:

• You have 1-2 years of experience as an operator.
• You embody our core values (Safety, Integrity, Team, and Excellence).
• You possess a valid driver’s license.
• You are eager to learn and grow in the heavy highway construction industry.
• You value punctuality and showing up to work every day.

What is in it for you?

• Be part of a people-first company that prioritizes safety and rewards high performers.
• Work for a company that invests in employee engagement, training, development, growth opportunities, wellness programs, and financial security benefits.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401K with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement