Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

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Raven Materials LLC. specializes in manufacturing high-quality asphalt materials for a variety of industrial applications. Our commitment to excellence starts with our dedicated team, whose expertise and passion for innovation drive our success. We prioritize quality control and customer satisfaction, ensuring our products meet the highest standards in the industry. At Raven Materials, we believe in paving the way for superior performance and reliability in asphalt production.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Asphalt Plant Loader Operator position is responsible for assisting in the safe and efficient operation of the asphalt plant. This position includes maintaining aggregate stockpiles, feeding the plant with necessary materials, and performing general maintenance tasks.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Operate heavy equipment such as loaders, skid steers, and other machinery to feed the asphalt plant with aggregates and RAP (Recycled Asphalt Pavement).
• Maintain aggregate stockpiles to ensure proper material flow and quality.
• Assist in loading hauling trucks with materials as needed.
• Conduct general labor tasks, including shoveling, cleaning, routine maintenance on heavy equipment, and loading/unloading materials.
• Monitor plant equipment to ensure efficient and consistent operations.
• Assist the Plant Operator and Manager in coordinating materials and tasks.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

JOB LOCATION:

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

POSITION TYPE:

Full-Time/Regular

BENEFITS:

Raven Materials LLC compensation and benefits are the best in the industry. They are designed to provide a complete package that rewards hardworking, dedicated, and reliable employees.

We provide:

• Highly competitive wages.
• Company paid health insurance for the employee and dependent(s).
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid pension plan (which means nothing comes out of your pocket for our sponsored retirement plan).
• Performance based bonuses.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee discounts.
• Internal and external training to improve skills and provide advancement opportunities.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 1-3 years of experience operating heavy equipment (loaders, skid loaders, and man lifts).
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, as required.
• Be able to safely use and operate hand and power tools.
Experience in record keeping and reports.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Heavy equipment qualifications
• Safety qualifications
• Welding experience
• Experience with asphalt plant operations or maintenance is highly desirable.

TRAITS REQUIRED:

• Strong work ethic
• Excellent work attitude
• Excellent communication
• Excellent attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Climb and maintain balance on scaffold or walkway
• See well (either naturally or with correction)
• Distinguish colors
• Reach for, handle and grasp wires and hand tools
• Bend, crouch and work in small spaces
• Lift and carry objects weighing up to 100 pounds
• Be comfortable working at various heights
• Able to work in tight quarters

Environment is exclusively outdoors; thus, the job often involves all weather extremes. Work requires alert individuals with balance and physical strength. Workers must be able to lift up to 100 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 50 pounds on a constant basis.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Raven Materials LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity in our workforce. It is our policy to attract and retain the best-qualified people available, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or status as a Special Disabled Veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or other qualifying veteran. Diverse employees/candidates are encouraged to respond. Raven Materials LLC is committed to developing and maintaining a workplace which reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

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