Deck Hand/Laborer

CRH; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical and dental benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc., a CRH company, is hiring a Plant Laborer/Deckhand in the Parkersburg area. The role includes unloading materials from barges, operating a loader and skid steer, and assisting in plant maintenance.

You will help with greasing, daily upkeep, and various manual tasks to keep the asphalt plant running efficiently. Candidates must be able to perform physical labor, pass a drug screening and background check, and occasionally work nights or weekends as required by

Qualifications

• Operate a loader and skid steer as part of daily duties.
• Perform basic maintenance, greasing, and plant upkeep to keep operations running.
• Assist in ground maintenance and cleanup to ensure a safe work site.
• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and ability to follow schedules.
• Be prepared for night/weekend work and to pass drug screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Unload material from barges and operate loading equipment.
• Maintain asphalt plant and surrounding area; assist in minor servicing as needed.
• Perform shoveling, sweeping, painting, and basic mechanical duties.
• Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
• Support other positions to meet daily schedules and estimates.

Skills

Loader operation

Skid steer operation

Maintenance

Ground maintenance

Safety awareness

Tools

Welding/cutting torch

Job description

Job ID: 527942

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc., a CRH company, is one of West Virginia's premier grading and paving contractors in the state. Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc. performs all aspects of roadway construction including grading, paving, stone, concrete and more. Quarry operations are also a vital part of our business. Privately owned and operated until joining the CRH family in 2000, Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc. has been servicing residents of West Virginia with the foremost paving services for decades. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH. CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Plant Laborer/Deckhand

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc. is currently seeking a Plant Laborer/Deckhand in the Parkersburg area. The qualified candidate will be responsible for unloading material from barges, running a loader and a skid steer, as well as decking. Shoveling and hand brooming will also be required. While not offloading barges, the candidate is required to assist in the maintenance and upkeep of the asphalt plant, as well as various manual tasks including but not limited to the following: greasing the plant and keeping the plant working efficiently, checking and maintaining proper oil levels, laboring and minor servicing of the plant as needed, performing ground maintenance, and running the loader.

• Performs basic maintenance and service on asphalt plant as required.
• Welding/cutting torch experience preferred but not required.
• Maintain daily/weekly maintenance schedule and upkeep of asphalt plant and surrounding area.
• Shoveling, sweeping, operation of high-pressure water hose, painting, mechanical assistance, lifting, pushing and pulling various objects. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
• Ability to operate a loader and skid steer preferred but not required.
• Initiative to perform/assist with other positions for job completions to ensure daily schedules/estimates are met.
• Attitude/cooperation: always maintain courteous and professional manner with co-workers, customers, and the general public.
• Occasional night/weekend work when required by schedule.
• Must pass a drug screening and background check.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.

What CRH Offers You

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

Southern West Virginia Asphalt, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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