Aggregate Crushing Plant Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Summary: Operate crushing, screening, or wash plant while maximizing material production and minimizing plant interruptions and/or breakdowns. Oversee the plant site in compliance with MSHA and GPI safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following and are in no particular order. Other duties may be assigned at any time.

Pre and Post Trip Inspection of every piece of equipment he/she operates.

Operate equipment to ensure production goals are met while meeting all safety requirements.

Uses time efficiently.

Responsible for the condition and cleanliness of every piece of equipment they are operating.

Perform basic maintenance including greasing and inspection of plant.

Must be able to correctly identify material being used to produce the desired aggregate.

Follow direction and guidance of field supervisor.

Maintains operator log according to regulations.

Must be able to work overtime and a flexible work schedule.

Required to help set up and tear down the plant at each new job site, including setting blocks, pulling cords, and any other duty as assigned.

Required to help change screens on plant when required. Physical requirements for this include bending, lifting over 50 pounds, crawling in tight spaces.

Required to help shovel out crusher cone or other equipment when needed. Physical requirements include shoveling heavy material for an extended length of time.

If operator is a Class A/B holder, must be in DOT compliance at all times and maintain a clean driving record during employment with Gravel Products, Inc.

Operators may only use hands free phone while driving or operating any GPI equipment.

Follows all safety and security procedures in accordance with OSHA and MSHA regulations. Reports potentially unsafe conditions immediately; Uses equipment and materials properly; Understands and complies with all MSHA and company safety regulations.

Interpersonal Skills: Problem solver, listen to others with open mind, get along well with co-workers and supervisors. Maintains professionalism and is a good representative of Gravel Products, Inc when dealing with customers and members of the community.

Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Listens and asks for clarification when instructions are unclear. Responds well to questions.

Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively. Completes detailed time card and load sheets in legible manner. Able to read and interpret written information.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required to sit, stand regularly, crawl in tight spaces often, carry/pull 50-80 pound parts into tight spaces occasionally.

Frequent entering and exiting equipment, which includes climbing ladder into and out of equipment or vans.

Able to lift 20 pounds frequently, 50 pounds occasionally, and move/lift 100 pounds at times.

Distance vision and depth perception.

Smoking is prohibited in any company vehicle in accordance with ND Century Code 23-12-09 and 23-12-10.

All employees will follow Gravel Products, Inc. policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

This is not an inclusive list and other duties/requirements may be given upon verbal instruction by any supervisor within Gravel Products, Inc.