Terminal Operator

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Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world‑class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward‑thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers.

At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k with company match and profit‑sharing
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

The Terminal Operator safely unloads cement from rail cars, moves railcars using a track mobile/shuttle wagon, performs minor plant/equipment maintenance/lubrication, and maintains the facility and grounds. The position must be able to work other than the day shift and twelve (12) hours or more in a shift.

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Unloads rail cars and performs railcar movements (empty and full) on the property to maximize the efficiency of the unloading process and minimize the risk of demurrage.
• Maintains mobile equipment correctly, including tire inflation, brakes, water, and oil pressure checks.
• Lubricates various mobile equipment and terminal machinery.
• Operates a skid steer/bobcat, utility vehicle, and track mobile/shuttle wagon.
• Performs preventative maintenance checks and services.
• Performs housekeeping of terminal, equipment, and overall workplace
• Inspects visually equipment and machinery to ensure proper operation or identify any needed repairs
• Provides backup for lead position and cross‑trains to learn these duties.
• Cross‑trains to load and ticket trucks.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High school graduation or equivalent is required
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Willingness to learn, training will be provided
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Proper Personal Protective Equipment, including hearing protection as required
• Proficient in effective written English, verbal communication, and listening skills with fellow employees, railroad representatives, drivers, customers, and over a radio
• Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility
• Operate railcar mover (shuttle wagon/track mobile)
• Manual dexterity to use air, electrical, and hand tools such as chipping guns, jackhammers, wrenches, grinders, and drills of all sizes
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Must understand lockout procedure and safety requirements
• Must be willing to work in a team environment
• Excellent personal safety record and commitment to safe work practices
• Knowledge of all relevant safety regulations and a solid commitment to safety
• Promote proper safety practices and accident prevention
• Strong analytical and mechanical skills
• Excellent work ethic – high standard of performance and production
• Use air, electrical, and hand tools, e.g., chipping guns, jackhammers, wrenches, grinders, and drills
• Must understand and comply with all safety requirements, including lockout, tagout, tryout, fall protection standards, PPE, etc

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

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