Asphalt Plant Groundsperson

Job
Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division;
Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready‑mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.

The asphalt grounds person is responsible for safely performing a variety of duties to assist at an asphalt plant. This position involves various manual tasks, working per the supervisor's instruction with minimal direct supervision except for more complicated jobs. The role requires working at heights.

• Participates in daily THINK/TRACK meetings plus weekly safety meetings.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Assist in plant production of materials and ensure the efficient working condition of the plant.
• Walk and monitor the asphalt plant while in production to identify any issues.
• Perform daily maintenance pre‑checks on the plant and equipment.
• Ensure that all assigned equipment is properly maintained, clean, in safe working order and operated properly.
• Prepare plant for operations at the beginning of the season and perform shutdown procedures at the end of the season.
• Operate front‑end loader, skid‑steer, end dump truck and other heavy equipment as needed.
• Perform plant maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Work night shift.

• Use various equipment, hand and power tools.
• Picks up and/or delivers construction materials at job site locations.
• Perform job site clean‑up.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in a safe and clean condition.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• Previous related experience in the construction field is a plus.

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work well with others in a group or one‑on‑one setting.
• May be subject to drug testing, and physical agility testing.

• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.

• Customer Service – Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; responds promptly to employee needs; meets commitments.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Judgment – Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; deals with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when…