Crusher Operator

Crusher Operator

Evans Construction, 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.

Position Overview

This is a skilled position responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of crushing plant equipment used in the production of aggregate materials. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent product quality, meeting production targets, and maintaining safe working conditions. This is a hands-on, high-visibility position requiring strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.

The ideal candidate is a dependable, self-motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced, outdoor environment and takes pride in maintaining equipment and delivering high-quality material output.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate primary and secondary crushing equipment to produce crushed stone, sand, and gravel according to specifications.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure proper material flow, gradation, and quality standards.
• Perform routine inspections of crushers, conveyors, screens, and related equipment to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Adjust controls and settings to regulate material size, throughput, and production efficiency.
• Conduct basic maintenance and repairs, including clearing jams, replacing wear parts, and performing lubrication tasks.
• Communicate with plant supervisors, loader operators, and maintenance personnel to coordinate production and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate production logs, downtime records, and equipment condition reports.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and MSHA regulations.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with plant start-up and shutdown procedures.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Prior experience operating crushers, screening plants, or similar heavy equipment in an aggregate or mining environment preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues. Knowledge of aggregate production processes and material specifications. Ability to read and understand operational manuals, safety procedures, and production requirements. Basic computer or tablet skills for reporting and tracking purposes. Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. 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.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50-75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness…