Wash Plant Equipment Operator - Aggregate

Wash Plant Equipment Operator - Aggregate |Croell, Inc.

Founded in 1968 in a small town in Northeast Iowa, Croell, Inc. has quickly expanded into an industry leader across central North America. As a top concrete and aggregate multi-state supplier with more than 150 locations in the USA, we’re dedicated to providing top-notch products and customer service. But our business doesn’t stop there! We’re also a leading concrete and asphalt paving contractor, dedicated to completing jobs efficiently and effectively. While we plan to continue to grow and expand, we maintain the family-owned core, small-town values, and strong work ethic that built the foundation of our success. Croell, Inc. offers excellent employment packages and training programs. Visit our website to learn more about our company and the career opportunities currently available at www.croell.com.

Job Type: Full-time with travel and overtime

Experience: 1 year preferred (Will train)

Reports to: Foreman, no supervisory responsibility

Wage: $26 - $28 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits/Incentives:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, and Bereavement Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• $1500 Sign-On Bonus
• Annual Safety Incentive and Clothing Allowance

Job Summary:

The Wash Plant Equipment Operator will be responsible for operating crusher machinery by using a computerized control panel. The Wash Plant Equipment Operator is a full-time position that requires overtime through peak season, reports to the Foreman, and has no supervisory responsibility. The position will require traveling to different sites at the completion of the job. Take ownership of your role by completing pre- and post-shift equipment inspections, servicing equipment, and producing products efficiently and safely while working with a team that feels like family.

For more information regarding this position, contact Justin Nielsen at 307-340-0695.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Operate crusher machinery by operating a computerized control panel.
• Work inside the enclosed booth to oversee the machinery and wash process.
• Troubleshoot and communicate problems with the ground crew.
• Assist with machine maintenance, repairs, unplugging, shoveling off conveyors/screens, repairing conveyor problems, and grease-moving parts.
• Perform wash plant machinery set up and take down, which includes running cables and hoses, setting up blocks, tarping, shoveling aggregate, etc.
• Operate heavy equipment/skid steer to move parts and materials if needed.
• Perform daily inspections with appropriate documentation to ensure safety compliance.
• Keep the crusher and other associated areas clean and organized.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the public at all times.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operation and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.
• Willingness to perform duties outside the normal scope of work (i.e. work in poor weather conditions).

Position Requirements:

• Consent to authorization of a pre-employment work screen, Motor Vehicle Record request, and drug test.
• Loader experience.
• MSHA part 46 and 48 miner certifications.
• Mechanical knowledge.
• Dependability and reliability by showing up to scheduled shifts on time and being prepared for work.
• A positive attitude is critical to ensure productive working relationships with co-workers and management.
• Continuous exposure to weather elements including heat, cold, noise, dusty conditions, and working outdoors.
• Overnight travel is not standard but may be required as site location move
• Understand instructions from supervisory positions, both written and verbal.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to reach below/at/above shoulders
• Pushing/Pulling/Twisting/Bending
• Sitting/Standing/Balancing
• Operate hand and foot controls
• Simple/Firm grasping/Pinching
• Ability to lift/lower/carry over 50 pounds
• Squatting/Stooping/Crouching/Kneeling/Crawling

Croell, Inc. is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law in the programs or activities which it operates.

Croell, Inc. is an E-Verify participating employer.