Asphalt Plant Operator
Pittsburgh, PA 
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Posted 27 days ago
Job Description

Who We Are

Northeast Paving is a full-service construction company, capable of handling projects of every size and scope. Our list of services includes roadway construction, railway and bridge construction, asphalt manufacturing and paving, sitework and development, and more. Every year, we plan and build hundreds of public and privately funded projects safely, successfully, and with an innovative approach to give our clients the greatest possible value for their investment. Northeast Paving is a subsidiary of Eurovia Atlantic Coast, LLC which includes multiple other subsidiaries including Hubbard and Blythe Construction.

General Description
Northeast Paving is looking for an Asphalt Plant Operator for the Bridgeville, PA location. The Asphalt Plant Operator is responsible for the start-up and operation of hot mix asphalt mixing plants. The process involves placing raw aggregate and liquid asphalt materials through the mixing drum to be stored in silos until ready for load-out on trucks for delivery to job sites.

Key Duties

- Operate plant and load trucks
- Assist to ensure that all safety policies are followed and implemented
- Work with Quality Control Department to ensure a quality mix is produced
- Assist Plant Foreman in ordering materials needed for plant operation
- Assist Plant Foreman with stockpile management
-Maintain all required paperwork
-Communicate with road crews on an hourly and daily basis
-Assist with plant maintenance
-Operate loader when needed
-Help maintain cleanliness of the plant site
-Must be willing to work Nights and Weekends
-Must be able to read, comprehend manuals and directives
-Able to adjust to heights
-Must be willing to help out as needed
-Able to calculate basic math
-Basic computer knowledge
-Must have a positive attitude and eager to learn new tasks
-Welding experience is a plus
-Electrical/Electronics experience is a plus
-Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts

Qualification Requirements

General - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience - This position typically is not an entry-level job, as it requires previous experience as an Asphalt Plant Operator.

o A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
o Must be able to understand work directions and communicate effectively with job
site supervisors and fellow employees.
o Three (3) to Five (5) years or more of industry related experience is required for this
position, with an emphasis on Asphalt Plant Operations.

Physical Demands

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an Asphalt Plant Operator to successfully perform the essential functions
of this job.

o Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day. Employee must be able to stand for extended
periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform Key Duties.
o Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds personally, and up to 150 pounds with assistance.
o Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the asphalt/plant construction site, including the activities of other employees and
contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
o The Operator must be able to climb on and off heavy mobile equipment safely.

Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that an Asphalt Plant Operator encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job.
o Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
o Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise,
grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
o Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
o Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites
such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed
concrete.

Company Benefits

  • Medical & Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short Term Disability
  • Voluntary Term Life
  • Long Term Disability
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Additional Benefits including wellness coaching, etc..

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
3 to 5 years
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