Plant Operator Position Description

Come grow with us! Ergon Asphalt and Emulsion, a leading asphalt oil supply company is growing, and we are looking for the best people to grow with us. We are looking for candidates who want to create long term value, who are not afraid to challenge the status quo, and who want to find fulfillment in what they do.

If this sounds like you, then we invite you to apply to join the Ergon A & E team. We are a privately held fast growing company, so the opportunities for development and advancement are abundant.

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsion is looking for a Facility Operator to join our team at our Asphalt plant in Cheyenne, WY. The position will be for full time employment dependent upon performance. As a Facility Operator you will work as part of a team to ensure the overall operation of the terminal, including basic functions such as receipt and shipment of raw materials and asphalt products, manufacturing of asphalt products, lab testing, inspection and record keeping requirements, computer oriented tasks, and the maintenance of the equipment in the facility. You will coordinate with schedulers for the successful delivery and receipt of asphalt products (by truck and rail) and production of finished products to meet customer demands.

Description

Under general supervision of Plant Manager:

• Manage small projects: these may include, but are not limited to: product transfers, product production, mechanical troubleshooting, pump maintenance, valve maintenance, testing of system safety devices, periodic inspections of tanks, valves, or piping, and other product quality control or technically oriented tasks related to an asphalt facility.
• Perform duties assigned by the lead operator
• Perform general plant cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Load/unload hot oil from trucks and railcars
• Complete paperwork involving basic computer and math skills

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Basic mechanical and/or electrical knowledge
• Must be able to work in elevated-height areas accessible only by stairs or ladders
• Must be able to perform basic math functions
• Must utilize Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., hard hat, safety glasses, fire protective clothing, safety work boots, as required) – Uniforms are provided.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including morning/night shifts, weekends, holidays, and possible overtime
• Willingness to be on call for after-hours support
• Must demonstrate good performance, safety and attendance
• Must demonstrate a willingness to work and communicate well with supervisor, truck drivers and other employees
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather and perform heavy physical labor in a safe manner.

Preferred Qualifications (not required)

• 2 years of construction and/or maintenance experience in the refined products and/or oil and gas industry
• Previous work experience in a bulk storage terminal and/or pipeline operation
• Experience driving a forklift/skidsteer

Physical Demands or Unusual Working Conditions:

• Ability to comply with the physical requirements of the position: Safely lift at least 50 pounds, negotiate in, on, and around piping at both grade level and above grade level elevations, navigate vertical ladders and spiral tank stairs to reach work areas, and tolerate scents common to fuels and asphalts loading operations, as well as those of construction and maintenance related activities such as welding, painting, and tank cleaning.

Starting wage is dependent on experience. If selected for full time employment full benefits package including medical/dental is offered.

We are 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 or any other characteristic protected by law.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

Please send a resume to

If you have any questions please contact us at (307) 638-2633

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Construction site
• In-person
• Outdoor work
• Warehouse

Experience:

• Oil & gas: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person