Yard Laborer

CalPortland; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

CalPortland in California is seeking a Yard Laborer to maintain the ready-mix plant and support daily production tasks. The role emphasizes safe work practices and environmental compliance while supporting fellow crew members.

Responsibilities include plant cleanup, equipment inspections, material handling, and assisting operators to keep the production line running efficiently. A high school diploma or GED is required, and physical stamina is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physical labor.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and environments.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day plant clean-up and maintenance, including manual labor, heavy lifting, shoveling, and lubrication of plant components.
• Load, unload and move material as directed.
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Perform daily plant and equipment inspections.
• Operate and/or assist workers operating machinery and equipment used in production.
• Identify problems and communicate with management to address potential issues.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations; report unsafe conditions.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Safety compliance

Self-directed

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Heavy lifting

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

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The Yard Laborer is responsible for maintaining the ready-mix plant and performing other general duties as needed. All duties are to be performed while exhibiting and championing safe work and environmental compliance practices for the incumbent as well as co-workers.

At CalPortland, we're proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That's why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

$23.50/hr

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day plant clean-up and maintenance which includes: manual labor, heavy lifting, shoveling, lubrication of plant components and minor plant adjustments
• Perform other tasks associated with the production of concrete products as assigned
• Load, unload and move material as directed
• Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency
• Perform daily plant and equipment inspections
• Operate and/or assists workers engaged in operating machinery and equipment used in the production process
• Work with plant management to identify problems and potential problems that need to be addressed
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legislation, regulations, and company policies and procedures
• Report any unsafe condition, accidents or incidents to supervisor immediately
• Perform other duties as required/assigned

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Ability to work safely and properly follow all company policies
• Understand the knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility
• Ability to be self-directed, with minimal supervision
• Must be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required
• Physical requirements:
  • Sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)
  • Climb on equipment, stairs, and ladder as high as 400 feet in elevation
  • Walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground) and crawl under and into enclosed spaces
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings and will have exposure to all levels of noise, requiring hearing protection
• Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln process
• Exposure to cement, clay, limestone and various chemicals; see MSDS for more details
• Overtime is required as needed and may include Saturdays

Preferred:

• Familiarity with MSHA regulations
• Preferred knowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.