LABORER SERVICEMAN CEMENT

Cemex US; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cemex US is seeking a reliable Laborer / Serviceman to support maintenance and production activities at the plant. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, hands-on work, cleanup, and immediate contribution to smooth operations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, physical capability for heavy lifting, and a willingness to work varied shifts on site. Training and growth opportunities are highlighted in the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 years general plant experience or 6 years cement plant experience if joining from outside the company.
• Proficient with control systems, reading diagrams, and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety rules, wear PPE, and report concerns.
• Physical Tasks: trenching, digging, backfilling, shoveling, cleaning.
• Facility Support: assist maintenance, form building, painting, housekeeping.
• Equipment Maintenance: lubricate and oil equipment; support teams.
• Training & Participation: attend meetings and training; support outages.
• Additional Duties: perform tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Control systems

Computer applications

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading diagrams

Production measurements

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

PLC basics

Job description

Company Overview

Cemex US is a leader in the building materials industry, known for our innovation, quality, and operational excellence. With over a century of expertise, we are committed to delivering products and services that meet the needs of our customers and communities across the globe. At Cemex, we believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team. Join us and build your career with a company that is Building a Better Future.

Job Summary

We’re seeking a reliable and safety-focused Laborer / Serviceman to support maintenance and production activities across our plant. This entry-level role is critical to keeping operations running efficiently through hands-on work, cleanup, and maintenance tasks.

Job Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Follow all safety rules, wear PPE, and report equipment or safety concerns.
• Physical Tasks: Perform trenching, digging, backfilling, shoveling, sweeping, and cleanup work.
• Facility Support: Assist with maintenance work, concrete form building, painting, and general housekeeping.
• Equipment Maintenance: Lubricate and oil equipment; support maintenance teams and respond to callouts.
• Training & Participation: Attend meetings and training sessions. Support other classifications and plant outage work.
• Additional Duties: Complete any tasks assigned by management to support plant operations.

Qualifications

• Educational and Licensing Requirements: A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience: Four years of general plant experience or six years of cement plant experience if joining from outside the company.
• Skills: Proficiency in control systems and computer applications; strong communication skills; mechanical aptitude and ability to read diagrams; mathematical ability related to production measurements; strong decision-making and safety awareness.

Working Conditions

• Safety First: Must comply with all safety standards and always wear appropriate PPE.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in outdoor and indoor environments, with exposure to physical labor and harsh conditions (extreme heat, humidity, extreme cold, noise, dust).
• Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting (up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, 50lbs frequently, 20lbs. constantly), climbing, standing, shoveling, walking, pushing, pulling, and operating tools and mobile equipment to a significant degree in physically intense settings. Must be physically able to perform all essential job functions, including the ability to communicate verbally using a phone and radio, to hear verbal commands and audible alarms in order to safely operate around large mobile equipment and automatic conveyor belt systems. Must be able to pass a physical exam to include back x-ray, vision test, hearing test, functional capability evaluation, respiratory fit test and drug / alcohol screen.
• Work Schedule: Employees are expected to work varying shifts as needed, which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs.
• Work Location: This position is required to be performed in person at the assigned worksite. Remote work is not available for this role.

WHY CEMEX?

At Cemex, we’re committed to helping you reach your full potential. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, we provide the resources and support you need to succeed. Let’s build a better future together.

Legal Notices

Cemex is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by under federal, state, or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

Cemex will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all local, state, and federal laws.

Cemex is an E-Verify participating employer.

Arizona Smoke-Free Act. Cemex complies with the State of Arizona’s Smoke-Free Act (Arizona Revised Statutes 36-601.01). Smoking and/or the use of tobacco or related products is prohibited in and on Cemex property as well as any building and/or vehicle owned or leased by Cemex.

Cemex es una institución EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acción afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religión, discapacidad física o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientación sexual, información genética, identidad de género, o expresión de género en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.