Asphalt Plant Operator

Asphalt Plant Operator

Department: Field Operations

Work Location: 11-County Metro Area (Twin Cities, MN)

Job type: Full-Time / Seasonal

Pay Type / Range:

Journeyman Union Scale.  $46.61-$47.61 per hour (based on experience and/or size and type of equipment)
(This pay range is a good-faith estimate of compensation for this role.)

Union Benefits & Additional Information:

• Operating Engineers Local 49 Union (https://health49.org/)
  • Health & Welfare Benefits and Pension would all remain through your union.
• Mental Health & Wellness Support provided through TEAM EAP.
• PTO (ESST) Program covering all time away from work.
• Referral bonuses – earn rewards to help us recruit new talent.
• Annual boot allowance.

Job Summary: The Asphalt Plant Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and quality production of asphalt materials according to project specifications and company standards. This role involves operating, monitoring, and maintaining the plant equipment, coordinating material delivery, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and supporting continuous improvement of plant operations.

Other Requirements: All candidates are required to pass a thorough Background Check, Physical and Drug Test.  References may also be checked. We participate in E-Verify.

Job Duties & Requirements:

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Operate asphalt plant controls to produce asphalt mixes in accordance with job specifications and production schedules.
• Monitor plant equipment and processes to ensure continuous operation and quality output.
• Perform start-up, shut-down, and routine operational checks of plant systems.
• Keep asphalt plant mechanically sound and reliable
• Sign truck drivers in if needed
• Maintain and order materials such as a/c and aggregate
• Have mix ready when jobs are to start
• Communicate with Pit/Loader Operator on daily needs
• Communicate with Lab Tech on daily results
• Stay in touch with Paving Foreman regarding job orders
• Keep Truck Dispatch notified on any possible issues with trucking (no shows)
• Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and OSHA/MSHA regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of plant site, including housekeeping of control house, scale house, and surrounding areas.
• Report equipment issues, safety hazards, or production concerns to supervisor promptly.
• Follow company and industry safety standards and procedures at all times.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years' of operating an asphalt plant
• Must have High School diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer literacy for plant controls and production reporting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot and perform basic repairs.
• Must be organized and reliable
• Must be knowledgeable of and experienced with hand tools and their mechanics
• Ideal to have strong computer skills
• Ideal to be bilingual (Spanish and English)
• Ideal to be current member of Operating Engineer Union
• High school education or GED equivalent.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail and safety.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong team player
• Reliable and on-time.

Live up to our company Core Values:

• Safety - Safety in the workplace is a mutual responsibility of the employer, management and all employees. We have an expectation that all employees will play an active role in workplace safety and always promote a positive safety culture.
• Quality - Quality is the best business plan. It is an investment in our future.  Quality leads to consistency.  Consistency leads to happy employees, satisfied customers and a growing business.
• Respect - Respect at work is crucial as it promotes healthy relationships between coworkers and managers, as well as outside the organization. A respectful employee is a sign of a respectful organization and therefore creates a positive image of our company and our workplace. 
• Integrity - Real integrity is doing the right thing, whether someone realizes it or not. Displaying Integrity helps build trust and drives a certain level of expectation.  Integrity is choosing your thoughts and actions based on values rather than personal gain.
• Commitment - Commitment is the bond employee’s share with their organization and its employees. Committed employees bring exceptional value to the organization through their support, productivity, determination, reliability and quality.  Commitment shows and can be contagious. 

Company Information:

For more than 75 years, Bituminous Roadways has aspired to be your full-service asphalt pavement solutions provider, and contractor of choice, to both work for and with. We are a union contractor with a diverse workforce dedicated to safety, innovation, continual improvement, environmental stewardship and most importantly, superior customer service.

At Bituminous Roadways, we're energetic and passionate about what we do with an excellent reputation for performance and as a place to work.  Because of our continued growth, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values, and commitment to superior customer service.

More reasons to join BR:

• Family owned and operated
• Paid Training
• Advancement opportunities – we aim to promote within
• No out of town jobs / home every night
• Family Oriented – Annual events

Bituminous Roadways, Inc. is committed to building a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital status, familial status, age, disability, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.