Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions - Facility Operator

Facility OperatorWorking with a tight-knit team to solve the everyday issues of producing high quality asphalt binder.Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions is a relationship-driven company that values each employee's willingness to learn, contribute to the team, and grow. We are family-owned with locations throughout the U.S. and Mexico, but pride ourselves on maintaining a small-company feel.We are seeking a daylight/1st shift full-time Facility Operator at our Grand Junction, CO, facility. Facility Operators produce neat and polymer-modified asphalt oil for sale to paving and repair customers. The position works in the tank farm with other operators as a team to produce, process, and load/unload materials directly to our customers. Please do not apply if you are looking for an office-based job. We need people who enjoy being outside in a variety of weather conditions so that we can better serve our customers.This position offers a competitive hourly rate with an excellent benefits package including: Profit Sharing, Matching 401(k), Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Vision, Holiday, Personal & Sick pay, Maternity/Paternity leave and more!The ideal Facility Operator would possess good organizational and problem-solving skills. We want people who look for opportunities to learn new skills and can contribute to making our facility an even better place to work. See below for outline of Job Duties and Requirements.Job Duties:Load and unload trucks and railcarsConduct minor maintenance on equipment in the plant (pumps, racks, mixers)Attend and participate in daily production/quality/EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) meetingsUtilize our proactive tools (safety checklist, etc.)Ensure good facility housekeepingStay current on required trainingWear the appropriate provided PPE (hard hat, face shield, long-sleeve shirt, H2S monitor, steel toe boots, safety glasses)Effectively communicate between fellow operators, management, our trucking company and customers to meet needsQualifications/Requirements:A high school diploma or equivalentAbility to work with little supervisionAbility to read and follow written instructionsBasic math skills (e.g., add, subtract, multiply, divide)Ability to learn computer skillsAble to meet physical requirements of the role including standing, walking for long periods, lift 50 pounds with assistance, and perform jobs that involve lifting, bending, and climbing tanks and other structures outsideValid US driver's licenseAble to work days and hours as scheduled, Monday through Friday; some weekends. Daylight/1st shift hours, OT available. Shifts may be 8 - 12 hours depending upon the season.Outdoor work in all seasons and potentially adverse weather conditionsEmail your resume. No Walk-ins or Phone Calls will be accepted. Applicants will be contacted for interviews.Ergon, Inc. is an EEO employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license. Any employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test, background check, and MVR. Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions