Ground Person; Quarry Job Concord area,New Hampshire USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Position: Ground Person (Quarry)
Peckham Industries

Ground Person (Quarry)

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Date Posted: 07/07/2026 Location: Boscawen, NH Job Category: General Applicant Salary Interval: Full Time Pay Range: $35.00 - $38.00 Application Instructions

About Us:

Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our family by choice ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers.

In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position Description

Job Summary:

The Ground Person supports daily operations at the quarry by performing general labor, maintaining a safe and organized work environment, and assisting plant operators and mechanics. This role works outdoors around heavy equipment, aggregate materials, and processing equipment, and plays an important role in keeping quarry operations running safely and efficiently. This role also requires strong mechanical aptitude and welding skills to perform metal fabrication and repair tasks on quarry equipment and structures.

Essential Functions:

Protect family & friends. Follow all Company Safety Policies and Procedures and Mining Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations while supporting business activities, objectives, and programs to ensure a safe work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.

Respect and engage. Follow Manager instructions to monitor quarry operations throughout the day and collaborate with operators, mechanics, and team members to support safe and efficient production.

Compulsive tinkering . Prepare, stage, and maintain materials, tools, and equipment needed for quarry maintenance projects while assisting with general maintenance and housekeeping around conveyors, crushers, screens, and other quarry equipment.

Efficiency. Extend the service life of quarry equipment, conveyors, and structural components by delivering high-quality MIG and/or stick welding repairs and fabrications ensuring metal infrastructure is safe, structurally sound, and returned to service efficiently while all hot-work safety protocols are followed.

Mastery. Conduct daily workplace examinations and inspections of quarry working areas to identify hazards, maintenance needs, and operational issues while maintaining clean and organized work spaces that support safe operations.

Dedication . Assist operators with monitoring material flow, direct trucks safely throughout the quarry when required, and perform duties such as climbing ladders and working at elevations while maintaining safe work practices.

Communication. Use two-way radios to communicate with operators, supervisors, and team members to coordinate work activities and maintain safe and efficient quarry operations.

Position Requirements

Requirements,

Education and Experience:

Strong mechanical aptitude required.

Demonstrated proficiency with MIG and/or stick welding processes required.

Prior experience operating a skid steer, man lift or rock truck is preferred.

Prior MSHA training/experience preferred.

Prior mechanical/maintenance experience preferred.

High School Diploma or GED, preferred.

Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation.

Proficient verbal and written English

Legal right to work in the U.S.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel:

Position may require up to 5% travel by personal vehicle to offices throughout region and New England based on the needs of the business.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

This position works outdoors in hot, humid and/or inclement weather. Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 50 lb. or more. This position works on or near moving mechanical parts and loud equipment. Requires the ability to sit or stand for long periods of time as well as lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, walking, reaching, driving, and repetitive motion.

Values:

At Peckham, you will experience our values wherever you work: corporate…