Plant Laborer - Alleyton - Hockley

Summit Materials Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Plant Labor to ensure safety and efficiency in plant operations. This role involves operating mobile equipment, conducting inspections, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have MSHA certification and a high school diploma, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication skills. Join a company that values safety as a top priority and offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact plant operations. If you are proactive, safety-minded, and ready to take on physical challenges, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Must be MSHA certified and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience in heavy equipment operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections safely.
• Operate assigned mobile equipment and maintain housekeeping practices.
• Assist maintenance personnel with plant repairs.

Skills

MSHA certification

Heavy mobile equipment operation

General maintenance abilities

Knowledge of MSHA/OSHA safety requirements

Effective communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Mobile equipment (haul trucks, loaders)

Job description

The Plant Labor position is responsible for performing a variety of plant duties safely and efficiently while maintaining a strong commitment to safety. This role requires adherence to company standards, policies, and procedures, as well as compliance with federal and state regulations, including MSHA, OSHA, and TCEQ.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support a culture that promotes safety as a top priority while ensuring compliance with all federal, state and company regulatory policies and procedures.
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift inspections safely.
• Complete daily equipment reports and plant inspections.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or needed repairs to the Plant Manager.
• Operate assigned mobile equipment, such as haul trucks, motor graders, water trucks, and loaders.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping practices for the plant and equipment.
• Assist maintenance personnel with plant repairs and perform preventative maintenance as needed.
• Assist with the upkeep and greasing of all bearings in the plant.
• Wash down equipment, vehicles, and plant structures as needed.
• Maintain effective communication with the Plant Manager and other personnel on the job site as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be MSHA certified.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience in safe operation of heavy mobile equipment or in the aggregates industry preferred.
• General maintenance abilities are required.
• Proficient knowledge of MSHA/OSHA safety requirements.
• Exhibit a positive, upbeat attitude and work collaboratively as a team player.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to work weekends and overtime as needed.

Physical Demands:

This job operates in a plant environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and sit for extended periods of time. This position requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing at times. The employee must consistently lift and carry items up to 50 pounds. Must be able to frequently climb stairs and ladders. Ability to use vibration tools. May occasionally deal with heights. Must be able to safely maintain 3 points of contact when applicable.