Asphalt Plant Operator 3A (Hilo Job Hilo area,Hawaii USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Asphalt Plant Operator 3A (Hilo)

POSITION TITLE
:
Asphalt Plant Operator

COMPANY
:
Asphalt Plants

LOCATION
:
Hilo

REPORTS TO
:
Manager, HMA Plants

DATE
:
July 28, 2026

POSTING
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PRINCIPAL DUTIES

Inputs mix design formula into computer to batch specified material.

Operates plant and batches material in various tonnages as required to coordinate with production schedule, jobsites, different mix designs and truck schedule; optimizes plant production rates and efficiencies.

Loads hotmix into hauling trucks

Does daily and monthly inventory of raw materials and daily production.

Performs daily and scheduled maintenance of the Asphalt Plant; document, communicate, & performs/assists with repairs as required.

Maintains a basic knowledge of aggregates and cold-feed system for aggregate, RAP and glass.

Performs calibration of feed, pump and metering systems.

Controls burner system and heat transfer process, mineral filler, and baghouse fines feed system.

Ensures effective use of asphalt storage and scale.

Communicates with plant crew and management effectively. Inform management of any plant issues. Advise plant down time timely.

Leads the HMA crew to ensure that production needs are met by using company assets and personnel in an efficient manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

PRINCIPAL REQUIREMENTS

Capable of multiple dexterity, climbing, working in confined spaces or at heights, and with exposure to noise, extreme temperature, and chemicals/dust/fumes.

Able to lift varying weight based on assigned duties/tasks.

High school diploma and 3 - 5 years' experience operating a hot mix plant preferred.

Working proficiency on computers, scale systems, & email.

Math skills sufficient to calculate month-end inventory of raw materials and daily tonnage and to

apply to daily operations.

Must have Valid driver's license and favorable traffic abstract.

Weigh masters license or ability to acquire one.

* This is a union position. Candidates for this position must already be a member of Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3.

We primarily employ carpenters, laborers, and operating engineers. We are signatory to collective bargaining agreements with the following unions listed below and are subject to the hiring rules of each collective bargaining agreement. We anticipate hiring for projects on Oahu, Maui, Hawaii, and Kauai as work becomes available and will be contacting the respective union to fill these positions:

Operating Engineers Local Union No.3

EOE / M / F / V / Disabled / AAP

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