What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asphalt Plant Loader Operator position at Allen Keller Company?
The Allen Keller Company, based in Fredericksburg, TX, is offering an opportunity to join a heavy highway road construction company as an Asphalt Plant Loader Operator in Fredericksburg, TX. Allen Keller Company is a company known for high quality work and exceptional customer service and value. Our success is based on our tenure, experience, and knowledgeable people who are making a positive impact in our community and the industry.
The person in this position will spend the majority of their time operating a Loader at our asphalt plant which is currently located in Brownwood, TX and will be for the foreseeable future.
Job Functions:
- Constantly feed aggregate bins for the production of asphalt
- Assist asphalt plant operator as needed.
- Be able to fill other roles in and around the asphalt plant when needed.
- Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance for plant operations and products.
- Reinforce a culture focused on teamwork, effective communication, and problem solving through daily discussion and decision making involvement.
- Ensure plant practices align with overall business strategy and goals.
- Produce creative solutions and use appropriate problem solving techniques to resolve plant issues such as formulation trouble, material shortages, and process breakdowns.
Relevant Skills and Abilities:
- Technical knowledge of loader operations
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Ability to create positive employee and customer relationships
- Creative thinking and problem solving
- Teamwork
- Self-motivation and positive attitude
Basic Qualifications:
- Highschool diploma or equivalent preferred
- CDL Operator preferred
- Loader operation experience - 2 to 3 years
- Team player and able to work independently in a results-driven, fast-paced environment
- Experience with aggregates/asphalt
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work sedentary for prolong periods of time in Loader.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time; lift; bend to lift; work in the heat and cold of the elements.
- Must be able to lift and/or carry weight up to 50lbs.
- Must be able to climb ladders to work in overhead positions requiring harness and safety line.
- Must be able to use hands and fingers constantly while working with Loader controls.
Allen Keller Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Experience:
- Loader Operator: 3 years (Required)
- asphalt: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Class B CDL License (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Brownwood, TX (Brown County): Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18 - $25
