Entry Level and Experienced Asphalt Plant Laborer - Columbus, OH - CRH Americas

Job ID:  501627

The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Position Overview

The Plant Laborer will assist the Plant Foreperson with daily production duties, operate heavy equipment and perform other miscellaneous plant related functions.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform production and maintenance tasks before, during and after plant production.
• Ability to accurately, safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment, depending on job site needs.
• Ability to ramp stock piles and load customers safely and in a time manner.
• Must be able to assist with maintenance in the event of a plant breakdown.
• Ability to clean up around plant and surrounding areas.
• Lubricate and perform general maintenance on equipment.

Other Requirements

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience..

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situation to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

                              Continuous             Frequently              Occasionally                              Not Applicable

Bend                                               X                                               

Kneel                                              X                                               

Squat                                              X                                               

Climb                                              X                                               

Stand                                              X                                               

Walk                                               X                                               

Sit                                                   X                                               

Reach                                             X                                               

Drive                                               X                                               

Fine motor              X                                                                        

Repetitive Motion    X                                                                        

 Right                     X                                                                        

 Left                       X                                                                        

 This position requires an employee to lift:

                              Continuous             Frequently              Occasionally                              Not Applicable

 0 – 10 lbs.             X                                                                                       

10 – 25 lbs.                                          X                                                        

25 – 50 lbs.                                          X                                                        

50 – 100 lbs.                                                                                                     X

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but may require protective equipment. The employee will be continuously work with others. The employee will occasionally work in hot, cold, wet weather. They might occasionally be exposed to noise and moving equipment.

                                    Continuous      Frequently              Occasionally                                    Not Applicable

Hot Weather                                         X                                                              

Cold Weather                                       X                                                              

Wet Weather                                        X                                                              

Exposed to Noise                                 X                                                              

Exposed to High Heat                           X                                                              

Moving Equipment                                X                                                              

Working with Others      X                                                                                      

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 the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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