Laborer

Ash Grove family of companies 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. Pay $24.10 an hour; this is a collective bargaining position. Benefits Health Insurance Vision Insurance 401(k) 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! Responsibilities Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. Perform general clean‑up duties using a shovel, broom, chipping hammer, pavement breaker, concrete saw, Waldon front‑end loader, Bobcat loader, motorized sweeper, hi‑vac vacuum truck, and other equipment. Assist in removing and installing refractory lining in the kiln, preheat tower, coolers and other related plant equipment; assist with concrete pours, mixing and pouring special castibles that may require lifting sacks weighing a minimum of 30 pounds. Clean plant equipment: unplug chutes and silo feeders; clean the inside of dust collectors and tower cyclones using water and air hoses; unplug preheat tower vessels, feed pipes, conveyor drags, augers, belt conveyors and troughing rolls. Perform emergency railroad track repairs, which occasionally require the repetitive pounding of a sledgehammer weighing up to 16 pounds; clean railroad hopper and box cars, lifting top‑loading doors weighing up to 75 pounds. Clean building roofs and remove snow when necessary; occasionally clean drain ditches and catch basins using shovels and an air lance. Assist in screening grinding balls and recharging mill grinding ball load. Perform janitorial and ground‑keeping duties: change air‑conditioner filters, mow, weed, fertilize, water and trim. Perform vacation relief, fill other positions as needed and perform other duties as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Production Manager. Observe all safety rules and keep work areas clean. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent. Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.; willingness to learn. Ability to safely and effectively use and operate a shovel, broom, chipping hammer, pavement breaker, concrete saw, Waldon front‑end loader, Bobcat loader, motorized sweeper, brick saw, water hose, air hose, sledgehammer and air lance in performing job duties. Job Environment Work will 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. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height, all weather conditions, and normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure. Career Growth We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. 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. Opportunities Offered by CRH Highly competitive base pay. Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs. Group retirement savings program. Health and wellness programs. Inclusive culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion. Employment Equity Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr