Plant Assistant Ready-Mix

City of Lincoln; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lincoln is hiring a Plant Assistant in Vernon, CA to support safe and efficient production of concrete. You will perform general labor, operate equipment, and assist with maintenance to ensure smooth plant operations.

Key duties include heavy lifting, equipment operation, and adherence to safety protocols. A valid driver's license and the ability to travel to other plants when needed are required. This full-time role may require overtime and teamwork across shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid Class C driver's license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Clean driving record with limited points in the last 36 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical labor including digging, lifting, and material handling.
• Operate loaders, yard tractors, water trucks, sweepers, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on plant and yard equipment.
• Conduct pre-/post-trips to ensure safe operation.
• Load/unload materials from trucks and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Operate heavy equipment

Equipment safety knowledge

Communication and teamwork

Job description

• Location 2822 South Soto Street,Vernon, CA, 90058,United States
• Base Pay $23.00 - $25.00 / Hour

Description:
The Plant Assistant works under the direction of the Area Manager, Plant Manager, or Assistant Plant Manager to support the safe and efficient production of concrete. This role includes general labor, equipment operation, and maintenance duties to ensure smooth plant operations.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Perform physical labor tasks such as digging, lifting, carrying, and moving materials.
• Operate loaders, yard tractors, water trucks, sweepers, and any other equipment necessary.
• Utilize preventative maintenance on all yard and plant equipment to ensure they function properly.
• Perform pre-/post-trips on equipment to ensure that the equipment can be operated safely.
• Load and unload materials and equipment from trucks and other vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including cleaning up debris and waste.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or plant managers.
• Able to work full time and overtime if needed.
• Able to travel and work at other plants when needed.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Basic mechanical knowledge to assist in diagnosing, reporting, and repairing minor equipment or production issues.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as loaders, yard tractors, man lifts, etc.
• General understanding of equipment safety and maintenance procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Requirements:

• Must have a valid Class C driver’s license.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Driver record cannot contain any reckless driving offences, DUIs, leaving the scene of an accident, etc.
• Driver record cannot contain more than 1.5 active points in the last 36 months.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions and to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work with supervision, receiving instructions/feedback, coaching/counseling and/or action/discipline.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions while sitting or standing for extensive periods of time.
• Ability to kneel, reach, or lift to 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to climb ladders to access higher elevations on batch plants.

This job description does not imply that the listed duties are the only responsibilities of an employee in this position. Employees may be asked to perform additional tasks as needed to ensure adequate workload coverage. Furthermore, employees must follow any job-related instructions and complete any other duties assigned by their supervisor. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and may be changed by the employer as organizational needs and job requirements of the job change.