RMC Plant Operator

Vulcan Materials Company; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 45,403 - 64,666; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Training and Development programs

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative company that plays a crucial role in building America's infrastructure. As a RMC Plant Operator, you will be at the forefront of operations, ensuring safety and quality in the production of essential construction materials. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact, as the aggregates produced are used in roads, schools, and hospitals across the nation. With a commitment to employee development and a strong safety culture, this role is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive environment. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a safer and better-built future for everyone.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in the aggregate or construction industry.
• Basic knowledge of concrete and cement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate batch plant equipment and ensure quality material production.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance of plant equipment.

Skills

Experience in aggregate or construction industry

Knowledge of concrete and cement

Flexibility to work overtime

Mechanical skills with industrial tools

Job description

Job Description - RMC Plant Operator (250000N9)

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.
Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.
When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You’ll Do:

1. Promote Safety. Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with OSHA, MSHA and Vulcan standards.
2. Plant Operation. Operate batch plant equipment to regulate the flow of materials to and from conveyors, chutes, pumps, or storage bins. Maintain responsibility for starting up, batching, and shutting down the batch plant on a daily basis.
3. Inspect Equipment, Structures, and Material. Assist quality control and drivers to ensure quality material is being produced. Perform daily inspections and maintenance of plant equipment and document items in need of repair or service.
4. Monitor Processes and Materials. Work closely with co-workers and dispatch to batch concrete in a timely and quality manner. Monitor raw materials throughout the shift to ensure inventory levels are sufficient for production.
5. Repair and Maintain Plant Equipment. Assist with maintenance and housekeeping activities, such as operating equipment throughout the plant when necessary.
6. Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.

Skills You’ll Need:

1. Experience. Previous experience in the aggregate or construction industry is preferred.
2. Knowledge of Best Practices. A basic knowledge of concrete, cement, or construction industries is preferred.
3. Flexibility. Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
4. Mechanical Skills. Must have some knowledge of industrial tools, their uses, and maintenance.

What You’ll Like About Us:

1. Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
2. Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
3. Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impact daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
4. Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
5. Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation and paid holidays.
6. Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Salary. The salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates will be placed according to union contract salary scale at $39.95 per hour.
· Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation.
· This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Job Details

Primary Location: California-Petaluma

Organization: GM - NORTHERN CAL

Schedule: Full-time

Job Posting Date: Mar 17, 2025, 3:42:04 PM

Vulcan Materials Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law from discrimination.