Plant Operator

Job ID: 527412

The Dolomite Group, a CRH Company, was founded in 1920 as an aggregate mining business. Over 100 years later, Dolomite continues to be the preferred supplier of Construction Aggregates, Hot Mix Asphalt, and Ready-Mix Concrete for customers throughout the Greater Rochester Region and Southern Tier. Our high-quality Products, Culture of safety, and the strong dedication of our employees have always been the key to our success. If you're looking for a challenging, stable, and rewarding career in a thriving industry, apply today!

Job Summary

The Plant Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of plant equipment and processes to support production goals while maintaining product quality and operational standards. This role performs equipment monitoring, inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and general plant support activities while promoting a strong safety culture and operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment for employees, contractors, and visitors
• Operate, monitor, inspect, and perform preventive maintenance on plant equipment to support safe, reliable, and efficient production
• Identify, report, and assist in troubleshooting equipment deficiencies, operational concerns, and maintenance issues, including minor repairs as directed
• Perform general labor, housekeeping, and other duties as needed to support plant operations
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and operational records
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Work collaboratively with team members and support a culture of accountability, respect, and operational excellence
• Travel to and work at other company locations as needed
• Work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred; technical training, trade school education, or industry certifications are a plus
• Experience in aggregate, asphalt, ready-mix, manufacturing, industrial, or related operations preferred
• Valid state driver's license required
• Ability to safely perform welding and cutting using oxygen-acetylene equipment
• Ability to operate mobile equipment, including front-end loaders and skid steer loaders
• Basic mechanical, electrical, and equipment troubleshooting skills; knowledge of industrial pumps, motors, conveyors, and related equipment preferred
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and use Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and elevated structures and work in environments with noise, dust, vibration, moving equipment, and varying weather conditions
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation

Compensation

• $30.20-$32.20 per hour (per Union contract)
• Paid time off

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An 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 a large international organization.

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Dolomite Products Co., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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