APAC - Material Transfer Machine Operator - Hutchinson, KS
Listed on 2026-02-14
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Construction Labor / Trades
APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Construction, is a multi-million dollar heavy highway contractor that was established in 1874, and has multiple asphalt plants, ready mix plants, rock quarries and sand operations in Kansas. Shears is diversified with public, private and commercial work including paving, utility, dirt-grading and concrete flat work. Our valued employees produce quality work and products in a competitive market with safety first at all times.
If you are seeking a rewarding career with challenging work, a variety of responsibilities, potential for advancement and looking for benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel, come join our team.
Competitive pay, $18/hr. and opportunities for overtime.
Comprehensive training and room for advancement.
Work alongside a supportive team dedicated to excellence.
Be a part of projects that make a lasting impact on your community.
Job OverviewAre you ready to play a crucial role in creating safe, high-quality highways, private roadways, parking lots, and driveways? As a Shuttle Buggy Asphalt Crew Member,you’lloperateadvanced Asphalt Material Transfer Machines and work alongside an experienced team to deliver exceptional results. Ifyou’remotivated, reliable, and eager to grow your skills, we invite you to help shape the infrastructure of our communities.
Key ResponsibilitiesOperate the Asphalt Material Transfer Machine (Shuttle Buggy) to apply asphalt according to detailed plans and quality standards, ensuring daily schedules and project estimates are met.
Assistwithadditionalcrew tasks as needed,demonstratingflexibility and teamwork.
Maintain a safe work environment by following all company policies and OSHA regulations.
Demonstrate professional conduct with co-workers, customers, and the publicat all times.
Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including oiling, greasing, and basic adjustments.
Show initiative to learn andoperatevarious equipment commonly used on asphalt crews.
Adapt to changing schedules, locations, and shifts; overtime and out-of-town assignments may be required.
Follow instructions from Traffic Control Crew and adhere to company safety and PPE policies.
Travel to and from jobsites;ifoperatinga company vehicle, meet APAC Driver Qualification Standards.
What We’re Looking ForHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred, butnotrequired.
Experience operating Asphalt Material Transfer Machines or a willingness to learn with an emphasis on quality and attention to detail.
Ability to guide machines and work closely with dump truck drivers during asphalt application.
Strong attendance record and commitment to supporting crew efficiency.
Flexible attitude and readiness to take on new challenges as assigned.
Physical &Work Environment Requirements
- Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
- Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
- Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
- Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
- Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
- Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
- Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
We value dedication, craftsmanship, and adaptability. Reasonableaccommodationswill be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. Join us and help pave the way for a better tomorrow!
What CRH Offers You- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a…
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