Quarry Plant Tech

Quarry Plant Operator

APAC Tennessee, Inc., a CRH company, is an industry leader in high quality asphalt and concrete pavement construction, materials, and services. Located near downtown Memphis, APAC Tennessee services Eastern Arkansas, West Tennessee, and Northwest Mississippi with mobile concrete operations servicing the southeastern United States.

This position involves a variety of laboring activities, including, but not limited to: lubricating; shoveling; sweeping; steam cleaning; painting; tire work; mechanical assistance; lifting, pushing and pulling various objects and raking. Work will be performed per the plant foreman’s instruction; free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

• Maintaining aggregate crusher, washer, and surrounding environment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Shoveling; sweeping; steam cleaning; painting; tire work; mechanical assistance; lifting, pushing and pulling various objects.
• Communicating production issues to supervisor or lead person.
• Performing strenuous work in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Reporting to work at the designated start time.
• Able to work overtime when required.
• Performing other duties as assigned per supervisor.

• One (1) year related experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; one to two years of related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work various shifts (days, nights, swings).

• Grip – at least 90 lbs. force.
• Climbing – in, around, and on equipment.
• Heavy lifting – of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 75 lbs. from floor to waist.
• Awkward positions – getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground.
• Flexibility – awkward reaches.
• Balance – including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.
• Vision – 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions.
• Hearing – corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Safety and security – Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Communication – Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests.

• Must be able to pass physical fitness and agility test.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A 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.

APAC Tennessee, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability – If you want to know more, please click on this link.