Batch Plant Loader Operator-Traveling

Southwest Concrete Paving is an established concrete paving company specializing in military airfield construction across the western United States. At Southwest we believe that quality and safety come first and have spent considerable resources to assure those components are emphasized on every project. We believe that teamwork and communication is the way to achieve these goals, and we seek like-minded individuals who want to become part of a successful team.

The Batch Plant Loader Operator position is responsible for maintaining site stockpiles and working materials to provide compliant consistent materials to feed bins on the batch plant. Maintaining stockpiles and stockpile floors is a key component of the role, however additional duties will be assigned outside of paving operations. Those duties may include set-up of batch plant, water and dust control, general plant maintenance, yard clean-up and organization, etc. Operation of other equipment including water truck, Gannon tractor, reach lift, areal lift, etc. may be necessary. The individual will be responsible for servicing and maintaining equipment daily.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Operate equipment efficiently to maintain production goals
• Assist with setup and tear down of plants
• Perform general maintenance, repair, and service equipment as required or directed by supervisor
• General housekeeping of equipment and jobsite
• The use of a shovel to move material will be necessary
• Perform all duties within safety guidelines set up by M.S.H.A. and company policy
• Perform pre-shift inspections on equipment prior to startup
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be willing to travel up to 100%
• Must be available to work all shifts including days, nights, and/or weekends
• Must be able to work in conditions with loud noise; work on/around heavy/moving machinery; bend, walk, stand and sit for extended time; and use hand tools
• Must be able to lift objects weighing 80 lb. or more on a regular basis
• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred)

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have mechanical knowledge of equipment and be able to perform routine maintenance
• Experience working with Concrete Batch Plants preferred
• CDL preferred

In addition to a competitive salary of $30.00 per hour, Davis Bacon Rates apply on participating projects.

Southwest Concrete Paving is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are a drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to full background check to obtain access to military bases.

If you require an accommodation with applying, please email hrdept@fisherind.com or call the HR Department at (701) 456-9184 to request accommodations. This email is only to request accommodation for the application process and is not an email to inquire about the status of your application.

This position requires a full drug screening and background check in order to obtain access to military airfield bases.