Hot Plant Operator

Dickerson & Bowen - Paving the way for growth and development since 1947 D&B is a leading provider of aggregates, asphalt and asphalt paving services in central and southern Mississippi. D&B operates four asphalt plants and two active sand and gravel plants and is a natural extension to our recently established Southeast platform, further strengthening our vertically integrated footprint. General Summary This position is responsible for operating a hot plant to maintain production goals and perform repair and maintenance as needed. Essential Job Accountabilities Operating a hot plant efficiently to maintain production goals 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. Perform general maintenance, repair, and service to hot plant as required. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, and with company policies and procedures. May operate equipment including: front end loader, skip loader, skid steer, and other equipment as needed. Communicate current job information with contractors and drivers. Maintain plant files and records. Education High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience Work Experience 5 years of experience operating a hot plant—preferred. Experience with Astec controls. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of hot mix asphalt business and operations. Ability to troubleshoot plant operational issues. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to obtain an M.S.H.A Part 46 Certificate (5000-23) as required for the job. Workers should be able to: Practice good safety habits Work in dusty or dirty surroundings Follow instructions and meet set standards Make decisions based on verifiable standards. Physically, workers must be able to: Stoop, bend, and crouch Use hands, arms, and legs fully See well (either naturally or with correction) Lift up to 80 pounds. Additional Requirements/Skills Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment. Demonstrate ability to learn Company’s timekeeping and reporting systems. Ability and willingness to abide by Company's Code of Conduct daily. Ability to understand and comply with MSHA rules and regulations. Ability to react and quickly adapt in a fast-paced the plant environment. Ability to communicate bilingually in English and Spanish is a plus! We have committed to leading the highway construction and aggregate industries by rewarding our most valuable resource... our employees! It is the policy Dickerson & Bowen Company not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (to include pregnancy and sexual orientation), national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or because he or she is a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by Dickerson & Bowen Company and their designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-hire drug testing. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. Since 1922, Granite Construction has continued its long-standing commitment to building some of America’s largest infrastructure projects including highways, bridges, dams, rail, and power. Recognized as one of the top 25 largest construction companies in the U.S., Granite specializes in complex infrastructure projects and provides award-winning construction services in mining, earthwork, water/sewer, power, tunneling, rail, highway, and bridge construction. Granite also produces construction materials, gravel, ready-mix, recycled asphalt products, and asphalt concrete, and is a proven leader in alternative procurement project delivery. At Granite, our employees are our most valued asset and we are passionate about retaining, developing, and recruiting the best talent available. Our employees reflect our core values: Safety, Integrity, Excellence, Inclusion, and Sustainability and we are continuously looking for individuals who possess a winning attitude and share our Core Values. In exchange, we help you build a career that no other company can duplicate. You will be part of a learning culture, where teamwork and collaboration are encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is respected and valued. Add our award-winning safety program, ethics, reputation, and commitment to continuous improvement and you’ll see that we are building more than infrastructure—together, we are building your future.