Asphalt Plant Operator

Position Overview

In this role, you’ll perform various tasks to coordinate all aspects of asphalt production. If you’re someone who enjoys seeing visible results from your hard work each day, working outdoors and running equipment while building something great, this is the career path for you. Limited experience? No worries! We’ll provide training to equip you with the skills you need to succeed.

With the right drive and support, you can reach your goals.

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 9 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 1 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Annual Performance Based Incentives
• Potential for Overtime
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

• Daily operations of a hot plant, including operating the plant to fulfill daily/job orders, scheduling, raw material inventory management, and ordering.
• Maintain accurate time and materials records.
• Perform maintenance activities such as welding, torching, machine lubrication, and component maintenance.
• Operate equipment safely to support daily hot plant activities, including front end loaders and skid steers.
• Maintain the appearance and cleanliness of the hot plant area.
• Participate in creating a safe work environment, meet safety goals, and comply with OSHA/MSHA/Company standards.
• Present a professional appearance and attitude; encourage same among all employees.
• Ensure timely asphalt production and verify mix design accuracy.
• Coordinate production and loading of all asphalt leaving the plant and communicate with dispatch, drivers, operators, and customers via radio or phone.
• Service and grease plant parts, maintain cleanliness, and order inventory of plant parts and grease.
• Direct general operations of loader operator.
• Assist other workforce members in production areas as needed.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors about material flaws and potential hazards.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs, maintain regular attendance, and promote an inclusive work environment.

• Must be able to positively lead, manage, and influence a team of individuals.
• Basic computer skills.
• Safety-minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and controlled substance testing.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekend/holiday as needed.
• Must conform to OSHA, MSHA, DOT, and all company or state rules and regulations.
• Must have current US authorization to work or be able to obtain it prior to start date.

• Mechanical skills including knowledge of machines, tools, equipment, mechanic’s hand tools, power tools, welding, cutting equipment, lubricating tools, hoists, cranes, service trucks, electrical testing, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Previous asphalt production and/or plant operation related experience preferred.
• Welding/fabrication experience preferred.

• Frequently required to reach with arms waist to shoulder height, sit, stand, walk, and handle/grasp equipment and machines.
• Occasionally required to lift, carry, and/or push/pull anywhere up to 50-75 lbs.
• Occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, squat, crouch, or climb, reaching with arms above shoulder height or below knee height.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

• 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 decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Montana Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.