Laborer, RMC

Permian Basin Materials; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Permian Basin Materials is seeking a reliable site technician to support the RMC Area Manager, Dispatch/Batchman, and Mechanics at the site location. You will help operate the concrete plant, keep equipment and grounds clean, and assist with batching when needed.

Applicants should be able to lift up to 45 pounds, climb in and out of equipment, and work in outdoor conditions, following OSHA and MSHA safety procedures and wearing required PPE.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be drug free and able to perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and climb in/out of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Batchman in batching and other duties when necessary.
• Ensure plant and equipment operate properly and keep area clean.
• Adhere to all safety, health, environmental, and company policies.
• Maintain plant grounds and wash equipment as needed.
• Treat customers and inspectors courteously.
• Wear PPE and observe safety procedures.

Skills

Team player

Strong work ethic

Safety awareness

Direction following

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Concrete mixer

Haul trucks

Job description

Summary

Responsible for the providing support to the RMC Area Manager, Dispatch/Batchman and Mechanics at the site location by performing a variety of duties, including limited maintenance, and clean up.

Job Type

Full-time

Functional Responsibilities

• Exhibit a strong work ethic with the ability to take direction and work in a team setting and independently.
• Adhere to Permian Basin Materials Code of Conduct and company policies.
• Ensure that the concrete plant and related equipment is operating properly at all times; inspect plant for greasing and check oil fluid levels; grease & oil as required; keep plant and equipment clean and free of excess material; ensure all material handling equipment is working.
• Ensure the breakroom is neat and clean.
• Keep equipment and plant site neat and clean at all times; wash the outside of the plant and equipment whenever necessary; maintain plant grounds; pick up trash, etc. from grounds; make sure all equipment is in its proper place.
• Assist the Batchman in batching and other duties when necessary.
• Comply with all Safety, Health, Environmental and other Company policies and procedures.
• Perform any miscellaneous duties requested by the plant manager, which may include, but is not limited to, cleaning up around the plant, picking up equipment or supplies, transporting company mail, training another employee, and filling in for an absent employee.
• Treat customers and inspectors courteously at ALL times.
• Properly follow company, OSHA, and MSHA safety procedures and promote the company safety program.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary to include hearing protection, dust masks, safety glasses, boots, harnesses and other clothing as required.
• Perform other functions and duties as required or directed.

Experience/Training/Certifications

• Candidate should have a High School diploma or equivalent.

Requirements

Physical and environmental requirements:

• Candidate must be drug free.
• Position requires moderately strenuous physical work.

Must Be Able To

• Lift and carry up to 45 pounds from floor to 3’ – 5’ occasionally,
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds frequently,
• Climb in and out of equipment 50+ times per day,
• Climb up and down ladders occasionally,
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time,
• Use hands, fingers, and feet to operate and/or service heavy construction machinery and concrete mixers and haul trucks,
• Travel safely while walking and while operating heavy machinery and/or trucks over uneven terrain, roads, and pavement,
• See, hear, and respond to verbal, visual, and written instructions and to moving heavy construction machinery,
• Wear proper protective equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, high visibility clothing, steel-toed boots, and gloves,
• Observe all company Safety policies on company premises and while operating heavy construction machinery,
• Continually work in extreme hot and cold weather conditions,
• Work safely in wet, muddy, and slippery conditions occasionally,

Environment will vary from outdoors with varying noise levels and vibrations associated with construction equipment, and exposure to building materials, dust, and dirt at operating sites to a normal office environment.