Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

About Preferred Materials – Asphalt Division

Preferred Materials – Asphalt Division, part of CRH Southeast Division, is a leader in the production of high‑quality hot‑mix and warm‑mix asphalt in Florida. The company offers design‑build and conventional‑bid‑build solutions for roadway and civil construction projects and provides asphalt paving, grading, and related services through a skilled team of contracting professionals.

The Loader Operator moves, loads, and handles materials within the asphalt plant area using heavy equipment such as bulldozers, backhoes, excavators, and front‑end loaders. Responsibilities include lifting, hauling, pushing, rolling, and moving aggregate and related materials.

• Operate heavy equipment to excavate, move, load, and grade earth, rock, gravel, or other materials in a safe manner.
• Conduct pre‑operational checks on equipment and perform cleaning, lubrication, and refilling.
• Assist the Plant Manager in coordinating material handling and equipment usage.
• Apply knowledge of heavy equipment capabilities and maintenance and construction tasks.
• Follow traffic and safety rules and apply safe operation techniques.
• Maintain records and provide oral or written reports.
• Perform simple arithmetic computations.
• Be capable of sitting for prolonged periods and physically demanding tasks such as climbing, bending, stooping, and squatting.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Work long hours outdoors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively using speaking, hearing, writing, and vision skills.

• Demonstrated ability to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and independent judgment.
• Ensure equipment operates safely and keep related records.
• Perform manual labor incidental to the assigned task.
• Willingness to perform related work as required.

Three years of experience in public works maintenance and/or construction work, with at least one year involving operation of various heavy equipment. Comparable directly related experience may substitute for educational requirements.

• Maintain a safe driving record and hold a valid driver’s license.
• Be reliable, hardworking, and able to work in a team environment.

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion.

CRH has a long and proud heritage, formed by hundreds of family businesses, regional companies, and large enterprises. The company operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that offers the small‑company environment and the career opportunities of a large international organization.

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Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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.