Asphalt Plant Operator

Responsibilities

• 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; documents, communicates, and 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. Informs management of any plant issues. Advises plant downtime in timely manner.
• 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.

• High school diploma and 8-10 years' experience operating a hot mix plant.
• Working proficiency on computers, scale systems, and email.
• Math skills sufficient to calculate month‑end inventory of raw materials and daily tonnage and to apply to daily operations.
• Ability to use hand and pneumatic tools, arc welder, oxygen‑acetylene torches, and other tools as necessary.
• Valid driver’s license and favorable traffic abstract.
• Weigh masters license or ability to acquire one.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, nights or holidays as required by jobs.
• Ability to travel to outer‑islands as required by jobs.
• 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/carry 40 pounds.

This is a union position. Selected candidate will be asked to join the Operating Engineer’s union prior to starting work.

EOE / M / F / V / Disabled / AAP