Summary/Objective:
Responsible for ensuring raw materials are properly received, stored and loaded for production. Also responsible for performing routine maintenance on plant equipment and ensuring that the yard area is properly maintained and organized.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performs daily routine checks of compressors and "bag" houses to ensure equipment is operating correctly.
Prepares equipment for plant start-up each morning. Observes incoming raw materials to ensure required specifications are met. Operates a front-end loader to unload raw materials and place in proper storage bins. Retrieves appropriate material with front-end loader according to specifications given by the batch operator and loads material in proper bin for processing. Conducts physical inventory of raw materials as needed. Performs routine maintenance on front-end loader, compressors, "bag" houses, pumps and valves and reclaimer. Performs routine inspection of material silos to ensure cleanliness and prevent material clogging. Performs general housekeeping tasks in and around the plant building and yard as needed including tasks such as sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, cutting grass, etc Maintains the overall orderly organization of equipment and supplies in and around the yard and plant. Checks and maintains dust system. Maintains cleanliness and appearance of concrete re-claimer pond. Operates a concrete mixer truck as needed based on customer needs. Unloads trucks with a forklift. Make block with left over concrete Clean out concrete mixer drums Assist plant maintenance personnel on plant repair Other duties as directed by the plant manager Competencies:
Experience with general or routine maintenance tasks.
Ability to safely operate a front-end loader. Demonstrated ability to follow instruction and work independently. Demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to read, write and distinguish colors. Supervisory Responsibility:
This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Work Environment:
Majority of work performed outside.
Exposure to elements of weather including heat, cold, rain and dust. Occasionally/frequently exposed to rough, muddy, icy walking surfaces. Intermittent exposure to high noise levels and vibration. Frequent exposure to moving parts/pieces of equipment. Frequent exposure to cement, lime, concrete, admixtures, dust, diesel fuel and other substances that may cause burns, be toxic or explosive if handled incorrectly. Frequent exposure to water and wet conditions. Physical Demands:
Occasional bending, stooping and kneeling.
Frequent periods of extended sitting. Occasional need to climb heights of up to 60 feet. Occasional need to stretch, reach and grab. Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs. Frequent use of foot pressure to operate clutch and transmission. Occasional periods of walking across uneven surfaces Equipment Used: Front-end loader Concrete mixer truck Various hand and power tools. Water hose. Push broom. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday. Occasional early morning, evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
None required for this position. Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
About Southern Concrete Materials, Inc
Southern Concrete Materials has been laying the foundation of our community since 1958 by supplying the area with ready mix concrete and other construction materials. We have served as partners on many notable commercial building projects across the region, as well as for our neighbor's residential and homeowner DIY projects. There is no job too small for us to take on! Our commitment to excellence in service and products has helped us grow to over 27 locations across three states. With multiple divisions served by over 30 plants, we offer extensive coverage throughout Western North Carolina and Georgia for all your concrete needs About Southern Concrete Materials, Inc: Southern Concrete Materials has been laying the foundation of our community since 1958 by supplying the area with ready mix concrete and other construction materials. We have served as partners on many notable commercial building projects across the region, as well as for our neighbor's residential and homeowner DIY projects. There is no job too small for us to take on! Our commitment to excellence in service and products has helped us grow to over 27 locations across three states. With multiple divisions served by over 30 plants, we offer extensive coverage throughout Western North Carolina and Georgia for all your concrete needs.
