Concrete Plant Operator / Driver - Haines, AK

COLASKA INC; Haines (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Road Builders (SERB), part of Colaska Inc., operates in Alaska, focusing on concrete manufacturing and heavy equipment usage for civil construction projects. The selected candidate will operate equipment, drive mixer trucks, and support plant operations while communicating with clients and management.

The role requires adherence to safety standards, maintenance routines, and documentation, with responsibility for coordination with subcontractors and regulatory bodies as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License and ability to maintain a clean driving history required.
• Commercial driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mix designs and specifications.
• Operate heavy equipment and move people/equipment between locations.
• Perform skilled work related to concrete manufacturing.
• Handle administrative tasks including e-mails and timecard entry.
• Ensure equipment maintenance inspections are completed to keep equipment safe.
• Perform minor servicing and refer major problems to the shop.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and related guidelines.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety consciousness

Customer communication

Computer/mobile device usage

Education

Valid Driver's License

Commercial driver's license

Job description

Southeast Road Builders (SERB) is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the state of Alaska. Established in Haines in 1977, SERB is a well-recognized name in the local community. Offering tailored civil construction services to all, SERB is proud of its reputation of providing excellent customer satisfaction. To learn more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit www.colaska.com.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

The selected candidate will be responsible for operating heavy equipment, driving mixer trucks, operating a concrete plant, and performing associated maintenance. This role requires regular communication with internal and external customers such as external clients, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret mix designs and specifications
• Operate heavy equipment required for project completion; operate company vehicles to move people and equipment between job locations and company facilities.
• Perform skilled work related to concrete manufacturing
• Perform administrative tasks, including but not limited to e-mail correspondence, timecard entry, handling documents and electronic files, etc.
• Ensure equipment maintenance inspections are completed to maintain equipment in safe operating condition
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance on equipment; refer major problems to the shop
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulatory requirements, guidelines, and protocols to prevent accidents, injuries, and damage to property. Maintain a thorough understanding of regulations related to concrete manufacturing.

Education

• Valid Driver's License and ability to maintain a clean driving history required
• Commercial driver's license required

Skills

• 1 to 3 years of experience working in concrete manufacturing or related field
• Self-directed, driven by results, and highly motivated requiring minimal direct guidance
• Proven track record of maintaining a safe work culture
• Knowledge of construction processes related to area of responsibility
• Mechanical skills and proficiency preferred
• Ability to use a computer and/or mobile device, including use of MS Office, Android and iOS applications required

Physical Requirements

• Use of required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Regularly required to use hands to feel, handle and manipulate objects, write, use a keyboard and/or mobile device
• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear), and perform tasks requiring visual acuity
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Standing/working on feet for long periods (8 hours or more), and walking across uneven terrain
• Frequently work in close proximity to heavy equipment and machinery
• Frequent exposure to typical construction site conditions, including dust and loud noise, and all weather conditions
• Some exposure to fuel, oil, and other chemicals

Colas Inc. And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer. For Details On The Specifics Of This Commitment. If You Are An Individual With a Disability And Require a Reasonable Accommodation To

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
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