Asphalt Plant Operator

Position Overview

River Bend Materials, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family. We value 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.

We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation.

$31.40+/HR, DOE

Salem, OR

• Family Culture – We treat our team like family
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays (8 static and 2 floating)
• 401k with 5% company match & profit sharing
• Potential for Overtime
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – We'll assist with continuing education that aligns 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

• Verify specified asphalt mix and enter correct mix design into computer. Monitor gauges, dials and operation of machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications.
• Communicate and receive directions from dispatch, drivers, operators and customers via radio or phone.
• Planning and coordination of daily/job orders, order scheduling, raw material inventory, and ordering, plant maintenance, etc.
• Maintain accurate time and materials records with high attention to detail.
• Occasionally operate equipment to support daily hot plant activities.
• Maintenance activities include but not limited to welding, torching, machine lubrication, plant‑specific component maintenance, etc.
• Participate in creating a safe work environment, achieve safety goals, implement company safety programs, and comply with OSHA/MSHA/Company standards.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with all customers and employees.
• Promptly communicate with supervisors on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

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

• Must be proficient using a computer to manage and coordinate operations.
• Strong communication and customer service.
• The ability to create and keep deadlines, make informed decisions, and strategically plan with attention to details.
• Must pass pre‑employment physical exam and pre‑employment controlled substance testing.

• 3+ years of asphalt operation/maintenance experience highly preferred.
• Maintenance experience using hand tools highly preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred.

• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Demonstrates the willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays as needed.
• Ability to apply critical thinking skills to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

These statements are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its…