Wash Plant/Utility

00002 Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

Employee discount program

Job summary

MartinMarietta is seeking a Plant Operator to support mining and aggregate production. You will operate and monitor plant processing equipment under supervision, perform daily inspections, and maintain inventory of wear items to help meet production goals.

The role emphasizes safety, MSHA compliance, teamwork, and training new staff; candidates should be able to work outdoors in various weather and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Education as listed: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 6 months to 1 year experience in aggregate plant operations preferred.
• Mechanical/technical aptitude and safety awareness.
• MSHA compliance and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Start, monitor, and regulate crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders, and pumps per safety standards.
• Adjust process settings for optimal material flow and quality.
• Operate skid steers and front-end loaders for load out or cleanup.
• Perform pre-shift and ongoing inspections; document daily reports.
• Carry out preventative maintenance such as greasing, belt changes, and bearing work.
• Identify malfunctions and safely shut down equipment; request repairs.
• Keep work areas clean and clear of spills and debris.
• Follow MSHA policies and wear required PPE.
• Assist in training new staff on equipment and safety.
• Maintain daily production and inventory records; support environmental compliance.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Plant components

Critical thinking

Time management

MSHA compliance

Effective communicator

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

JOB SUMMARY As a Plant Operator at MartinMarietta, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our mining and aggregate production operations. Working under the direction of the Plant Manager and Supervisor, you'll be responsible for safely and efficiently operating, monitoring, and maintaining plant processing equipment; tasks including but not limited to—observing visual and auditory signals during operation, performing routine daily inspections of plant and mobile equipment, reporting defects to the supervisor, as well as maintaining and managing inventory levels of various wear items used throughout the plant site. You will be instrumental in achieving production goals by ensuring consistent, quality aggregate output and maintaining a clean, secure work environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Start, monitor, and regulate crushers, screens, conveyors, feeders, and pumps in compliance with safety standards.
• Adjust process settings to ensure optimal material flow and quality in line with job specifications.
• Operate mobile equipment such as skid steers and front-end loaders during load out or clean-up tasks.
• Conduct pre-shift and ongoing inspections of plant and mobile equipment, document daily reports accurately.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks like greasing, cleaning, screen changes, belt splicing, and bearing or pulley replacements.
• Identify malfunctions or blockages, safely shut down equipment during emergencies, and initiate work requests for repairs.
• Maintain a tidy work area—clear spillage, dust, and debris around equipment and haul roads.
• Adhere to all MSHA and company safety policies, including proper PPE use.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and teammates to ensure efficient workflow and safety compliance.
• Assist in training new or temporary staff on equipment operation and safety procedures.
• Take on additional duties—cleaning, quality control, rail loading—as assigned by management.
• Maintain daily production reports, recording activity levels, downtime, and material inventory.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations regarding batch plant operations and dust control.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Work Experience No prior experience is required; 6 months – 1 year of experience in Aggregate Plant Operations or similar Heavy Building Materials industry, preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Mechanical aptitude Technical aptitude Knowledgeable of plant components Critical thinking Time management MSHA compliance and regulations Effective communicator (written and spoken)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Working Conditions All duties require outside assignments and require periods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet, dry and dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 dbs.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for plant maintenance and equipment servicing. Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach. You must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet. Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls. You must have good depth perception with or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet.

Disclaimers

In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.

COMPENSATION

The base range for this position is $26.00 - $35.00; exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base hourly compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The posted range for this role represents the total reasonable pay range and does not solely represent a hiring range. Therefore, hiring at the top or maximum of the range should not be expected as it would not allow for salary growth opportunities in the role, would diminish promotion value, and may not align with internal equity.

In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full time employees (more information on benefits listed below).

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• prescription drug coverage
• health savings accounts
• flexible spending accounts
• life, AD&D and disability insurance
• 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan.
• Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more.

Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.

Every member of our ONE Martin Marietta team is driven by our shared values of safety, integrity, excellence, community and stewardship. We are a member of the S&P 500 Index and a leading supplier of aggregates and heavy building materials. Through a network of operations spanning 29 states, Canada and the Bahamas, our teammates supply the foundational resources on which our communities thrive and grow. Our Specialties business provides high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications. In a world that's focused on the power of many, we believe in the power of ONE – the magic of bringing together our unique perspectives, experiences and talents to evolve a shared vision and future. Our backgrounds may vary, but our voices come together in support of the same goals. We want to build legacies for ourselves and our loved ones, strengthen our communities and safely and responsibly engage in work we know will make a difference.