"Join the Acme Brick Family"

UTILITY WORKER

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Acme Brick Company (a Berkshire Hathaway Company) is an organization of professionals in the manufacturing and building material distribution industry. We manufacture brick and distribute our own brick as well as brick and associated products manufactured by others. We operate in 13 states with a philosophy that we are much more than a brick manufacturer and distributor.

Summary

We are seeking a "best in class" Utility Worker with a strong work ethic and desire to be an integral part of an effective team. The ideal candidate has a natural ability to roll with the punches, being flexible to handle anything that might come their way. You will be a strong and reliable support to company operations. Not only will your efforts allow us to achieve organizational efficiency, you will nurture the pleasant work environment our people love.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned) This is a safety sensitive position

* Loads/unloads materials, parts or products around plant and/or yard

* Ensures that machines/plant are free of waste product(s)

* May occasionally operate forklift

* Follow all required work safe practices including lock-out tag-out requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas

Skills and Experience Required for Success

* Knowledge of power/hand tools

* Ability to stand/walk up to 1 - 2 miles daily

* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; push/pull up to 30 - 50 lbs frequently

* Ability to climb, reach, grasp, bend, twist frequently

* Ability to work in cramped confined spaces frequently

Competencies Required for Success

* Integrity

* Self-Motivated

* Teamwork

* Demonstrated prioritization / time management skills

Education

* High school diploma or equivalent; OR one to three months related experience AND/OR training; OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Safety Sensitive Position:

(1) Any position involving a safety-sensitive function pursuant to federal regulations governing drug and alcohol testing adopted by the US Department of Transportation or any other rules, guidelines, or regulations adopted by any other federal or state agency; or (2) Any position designed in writing by the Company as a safety-sensitive position which includes tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others including, but not limited to, the operation or repair of a motor vehicle, equipment, or machinery or the supervision of an employee responsible for operating or repairing a motor vehicle, equipment, or machinery. A list of positions currently classified as safety sensitive are attached and may be updated from time to time.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.