Operator

Eco Material Technologies; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid sick time

Holidays

Job summary

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH Company, is a leading producer of sustainable cement alternatives in the U.S. It is the nation’s largest marketer and manager of fly ash, with the industry's only true national footprint of logistics networks and distribution channels.

The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of plant equipment and site work at our Punta Gorda terminal in Florida. Responsibilities include loading/unloading, testing material, inventory monitoring, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade.
• At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field.
• Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions, reporting issues, and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions.
• Manages time effectively and meets productivity standards.
• Capacity to deal with problems and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
• Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture
• Maintain communication with utility
• Monitor and record levels of fly ash in silos and place orders as needed
• Pulls samples of fly ash from loads and silos for testing and performs required tests
• Loads trucks, rail cars or barges with fly ash directly from the silo
• Unloads trucks, rail cars, or other deliver system to fill fly ash silos
• Weighs trucks and rail cars and records the information in relevant operating system or production sheet and creates tickets for billing
• Operates all loading equipment for loading trucks and/or rail cars including: water truck, dump truck, vacuum truck, or forklift on site when required
• Operate production equipment including start up and shut down
• Assists in the disposal operation where required
• Performs maintenance on grounds, equipment and facilities as directed
• Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility
• Report any safety, quality of equipment maintenance items to Supervisor
• Assist with maintenance repairs and projects
• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Time management

Troubleshooting

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Read and comprehend instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID530393-Posted11/03/2026-Americas Cement-Eco Material-Full Time-Equipment and Machine Operators-United States-North Carolina

Eco Material Technologies, a CRH Company, is a leading producer of sustainable cement alternatives in the U.S. It is the nation’s largest marketer and manager of fly ash, with the industry's only true national footprint of logistics networks and distribution channels. The Company also provides mission-critical utility services, including operations support, waste disposal, and environmental remediation.

Job Summary

Operators are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment and performing site work based on accepted company procedures. Duties will include overseeing the loading and unloading of materials, monitoring inventory levels, testing material, conducting routine inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to upholding operational standards to achieve operational targets.

Job Location

• This role will work at our terminal site in Punta Gorda, FL.

Job Responsibilities

Promote safe work habits to help create a zero-injury safety culture

Maintain communication with utility

Monitor and record levels of fly ash in silos and place orders as needed

Pulls samples of fly ash from loads and silos for testing and performs required tests

Loads trucks, rail cars or barges with fly ash directly from the silo

Unloads trucks, rail cars, or other deliver system to fill fly ash silos

Weighs trucks and rail cars and records the information in relevant operating system or production sheet and creates tickets for billing

Operates all loading equipment for loading trucks and/or rail cars including: water truck, dump truck, vacuum truck, or forklift on site when required

Operate production equipment including start up and shut down

Assists in the disposal operation where required

Performs maintenance on grounds, equipment and facilities as directed

Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility

Report any safety, quality of equipment maintenance items to Supervisor

Assist with maintenance repairs and projects

Responds promptly to customer needs

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade

At least 1 year of experience in a relevant field

Strong verbal communication skills for conveying instructions, reporting issues, and collaborating with coworkers and supervisors

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions

Manages time effectively and meets productivity standards

Capacity to deal with problems and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions

Ability and willingness to work rotating on-call shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Job Compensation

• The hourly pay rate is $20-$21/hr.
• Opportunity for annual bonus
• 401(k) plan / group retirement savings program
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off - 80 hours accrued per calendar year (pro-rated in first year)
• Paid Sick Time - 40 hours per calendar year
• Eleven paid holidays

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.

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