Plant Laborer - Helena, MT

Helena Sand & Gravel, Inc.; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with Roth option

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

EAP

Life Insurance

Disability

Incentives

Internal Mobility

Professional Development

Training Provided

Referral Program

Employee Discounts

Community Engagement

Job summary

Montana Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is seeking entry-level plant operators in Helena, MT. You will assist with daily plant operation and maintenance, learning skills over time with on-the-job training.

This role offers overtime potential, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for internal mobility as you grow. No prior experience required; drive and reliability are valued.

Join a leading materials company and start a path toward career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to learn and perform a variety of tasks and operate equipment.
• Ability to work independently with a positive attitude.
• Safety minded with good attendance and punctuality.
• Able to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
• Ability to comply with OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all company/state rules.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and drug testing.
• Must have US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently within design parameters.
• Maintain clean plant areas and surrounding spaces.
• Shovel excess materials from conveyors and related areas.
• Operate skid steer.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning duties as assigned.
• Assist other departments to meet business needs.
• Communicate any material flaws to supervisors.
• Identify and avoid hazards or obstructions.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Support an inclusive work environment.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Independent work

Safety minded

Overtime availability

Compliance with OSHA/MSHA/DOT

Pre-employment screening

US work authorization

Tools

Skid steer operation

Job description

Job ID: 529447

CRH is the largest building materials company in North America. We develop sustainable solutions that build, connect, and improve our world. Our products are everywhere you live, go and work! Montana Materials & Construction, A CRH Company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, and ready-mixed concrete in Anaconda, Butte, Great Falls and Helena, MT.

Position Overview

This is an entry-level position, but over time we'll train you on the skills you'll need to grow into new roles or departments. In this role, you'll assist with daily plant operation and maintenance. If you've got the drive, we'll help you to reach your goals.

Wage

Starting at $19 + /hr DOE w/ potential for overtime

Company Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 2 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Annual Performance Based Incentives
• Potential for Overtime
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently within its designed parameters.
• Clean working areas around plant.
• Shovel excess materials from around conveyors and other areas generating frequent build up.
• Operate skid steer.
• Perform general clean-up and maintenance (i.e. oiling, greasing plant equipment) duties as assigned.
• Assist other departments with maintenance, operations, and/or other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Minium Qualifications

• A strong desire to grow, and the willingness to learn and work a variety of job tasks and equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently without direct supervision, and has a positive attitude.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance and punctuality.
• Demonstrates the ability to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud
• Primarily work 8 - 12 hours per day 5-7 days per week during the peak season, occasional night work.

Physical Demands

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.

• The employee is frequently required to reach with arms waist to shoulder height, sit, stand, walk and handle/grasp equipment and machines.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift, carry and/or push/pull anywhere up to 50-75 lbs.
• The employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, squat, crouch or climb. And reach with arms above shoulder height or below knee height.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.

Montana Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affinity Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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