Tower Attendant

Tower Attendant

Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

Position: Tower Attendant

Reports to: Process Supervisor

Shift: Rotating

Work Pay: $26/hour

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k with company match and profit-sharing, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Disability Pay, Life Insurance, Growth Opportunities and more!

What you'll be contributing:

• Under supervision of a Production Supervisor, is responsible for the daily operating tasks in the Preheat Tower, Kiln and Clinker Cooler areas while adhering to established policies and procedures.
• Responsibilities include performing housekeeping and tower cleaning duties, routinely inspecting and troubleshooting field equipment, collects material samples, and facilitating high-quality production while maintaining safety.
• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. Observes all safety rules, wears appropriate personal protective equipment and keeps work areas and equipment clean and orderly.
• Regular participation in safety trainings, initiatives and plant cleanups. Must conduct daily workplace safety examinations and first level inspections of equipment in the assigned areas such as the PHT, Kiln and Clinker Cooler.
• Must clean the Preheat Tower (PHT) of internal material build up with pressurized equipment such as water blasters and air lances. Heat protective suit and gloves are required as additional PPE when performing this task.
• Ability to assemble and operate Cardox tubes for tower plug clearing. Must be able to apply for ATF Explosives Handling License. Industrial Tool operations for tower clearing and annual safety training on their use.
• Work with other production team members, keeping them constantly informed of changes or problems that occur during the shift. Must understand the process of Lock Out Tag Out Try Out and coordinate with the maintenance department on equipment statuses for LOTOTO.
• Collect hot material samples from the PHT throughout the shift for laboratory testing. Operate equipment including, but not limited to haul trucks, forklifts, skidsteers/bobcats, skytracks, and manlifts. Answer incoming calls (Phone and Radio) in a professional and courteous manner.

Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• High school graduation or equivalent is required
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Willingness to learn, training will be provided
• Must be able to work rotating shift days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to make sound decisions in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, verbally or written, with all plant personnel across all areas of the plant.
• Demonstrates strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues, contributing to group efforts, and supporting team goals.
• Must successfully complete on-the-job training provided by designated supervision or otherwise qualified individuals.

What to expect in a cement environment:

• Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant.
• Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures.
• Lifing up to 50 pounds. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

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.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!