Terminal Operator

Job

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world‑class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward‑thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers.

At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

Position:
Terminal Operator |

Reports to:

Terminal Manager | Shift: Monday‑Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm PST | Wage Scale: $21.00 or more depending on experience.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

The Terminal Operator performs procedures involved with loading trucks and unloading railroad cars. This position assists in the maintenance of terminal equipment and grounds.

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Assure proper cement types are loaded into bulk trucks.
• Operate pneumatic and mechanical equipment for truck loading from computer console using programmed screens, keyboard, and mouse.
• Assure proper cement types are unloaded from railcars into designated silos without contamination of cement types, using pneumatic and hydraulic railcar unloading equipment.
• Operate power sweeper, forklift truck, and front‑end loader.
• Use credit approval lists, cement inventory reports, and approved shipping instructions to determine if a customer's request for cement can be loaded.
• Maintain shipping logs, prepare bills of lading, and calculate split‑load tonnages based on a trucker's instructions.
• Handle inquiries and orders for customers and sales personnel.
• Perform general cleanup duties around the loading area.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills.
• Proficient in customer service skills.
• Ability to operate the loading systems used in loading trucks and railcars.
• Ability to operate sweeper and general hand tools.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations to calculate loads going into trucks.
• Ability to use terminal equipment and computerized systems.
• Proficiency in database input.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair basic mechanical, pneumatic and minor electrical malfunctions.
• Ability to operate all terminal equipment, including railcar vibrators, silos, and related equipment, switch engines, and rail cars.
• Knowledge of terminal operation policies and procedures.
• Ability to work under close supervision with standard practice procedures and guidelines.
• Ability to refer all problems to supervisor for guidance.

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.