Concrete Batch Plant Operator

Job

Hood River Sand, Gravel & Ready-Mix, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family and values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic, growth‑oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies. For over 80 years we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services, and we have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation.

Whether you’re looking to break into the construction industry or seeking the next step in your career, our team can provide a fun and challenging opportunity to grow with an industry leader. In this role you’ll perform general plant maintenance and coordinate all concrete batching. You’ll learn the various mix designs to provide our customers with the best quality products and play an integral part as we reinvent how our world is built.

$26/HR + DOE with potential for overtime.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k with 5% company match & profit sharing
• Potential for overtime
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – assistance with continuing education aligned with your career goals
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

• Maintain batch plant operations to ensure timely delivery of concrete.
• Verify specific concrete on incoming tickets.
• Monitor gauges, dials, and operation of machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications.
• Coordinate batching and loading of all concrete leaving plant; check concrete slump to ensure proper specifications.
• Communicate and receive directions from dispatch, drivers, operators, and customers by radio/phone.
• Receive concrete orders for timely and efficient delivery.
• Load trucks based on load size, truck and driver capabilities, and jobsite conditions.
• Communicate regularly with internal and external customers regarding scheduling and job status.
• Diagnose and repair batch plant equipment; coordinate equipment and personnel for larger repairs.
• Service and grease batch plant parts, e.g., change belts, chip mixer, and maintain cleanliness of plant.
• Carry and stock admixtures for batch plant.
• During cold weather, may poke material and stomp lumps.
• Direct general operations of loader operator and loader.
• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Must obtain a valid Driver’s License.
• Proficient with PC skills such as keyboarding and familiarity with Microsoft Windows Office Software.
• Demonstrates ability to understand and carry out detailed written and/or oral instructions.
• Demonstrates ability to work and communicate well with Supervisors, Truck Drivers, Heavy Equipment Operators, and other employees.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrates the willingness to learn and work a variety of job tasks.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, without direct supervision.
• Safety‑minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must pass pre‑employment physical exam and pre‑employment controlled substance testing.
• Demonstrates ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Demonstrates ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

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.

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