Asphalt Plant Technician

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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 Technician is a skilled role responsible for operating and controlling various types of asphalt equipment. This position also involves performing general labor tasks, including housekeeping, preventative maintenance, and plant repairs, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the asphalt plant.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Operate and control various types of asphalt plant equipment to produce hot mix asphalt according to specifications.
• Monitor equipment operation to ensure a consistent flow of materials.
• Conduct basic welding and fabrication work to support the maintenance and upkeep of the asphalt plant.
• Oversee and coordinate the production and loading of all asphalt dispatched from the plant.
• Conduct general labor tasks, including shoveling, cleaning, greasing, repairing, and loading/unloading materials.
• Collaborate with QC (quality control) team to ensure asphalt meets required specifications.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Heavy equipment qualifications
• Safety qualifications
• Welding experience
• Prior knowledge and hands-on experience in asphalt plant operations.

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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