Cement Terminal Technician

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCement Terminal TechnicianWaukegan, IL Full or Part-Time The Terminal Technician supports the daily operations of the Waukegan Terminal in a safe, efficient, environmentally-friendly, sustainable, and quality-assured manner that maintains the high standards of Rock Solid Materials, Inc. The Terminal Technician safely operates and maintains all equipment at the location used to store material, and load/unload trucks, rail cars, and/or marine vessels while putting safety first and living our Core Values (S-Q-P, 10-4, Butter the Toast, and Black & Yellow). Incredible Benefits Package:100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you AND your family401(k) currently 5-8% in employer contributions after 1 year of servicePaid life insurance & long-term disability Compensation:$45,000 - $50,000 yearly Responsibilities:Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas while promoting safe practices throughout the terminalResponsible for maintaining a safe working environment, including the coordination of facility and equipment repairsFollows all safety procedures, checks for safety hazards, and takes corrective action to eliminate safety hazardsMaintain the terminal material storage and conveyance systems in “best in class” conditions in terms of operating and monitoring all terminal equipment, loads outgoing trucks, unloads inbound barges/vessels and railcars, and supports inbound truck unloadingOperates forklift, skid steer, and other light industrial equipmentCollect material samples as neededPerform clean-up work and housekeeping assignmentsPerforms and assists with preventative maintenance and repairs on equipmentParticipates in formal and on-the-job training programs to acquire/broaden both technical and non-technical job skillsInteracts with members of Terminal staff regularly to gather or communicate information, solve problems, etcParticipates and provides updates in team meetings when necessaryMaintain professional vendor and broker relationshipsApplies skills and performs work in other positions as assigned by the Terminal Manager Qualifications:No experience necessary! All you need is a great work ethic and a desire to learn!Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate workAbility to communicate effectively, professionally, and work productively with othersAbility to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple priorities and deadlinesMust be reliable, with a positive professional attitudeSelf-sufficient and able to work with some direct supervisionExcellent communication skills, written and verbalProven ability to deliver high-quality projects on tight schedulesEagerness to learn emerging technologies to help diagnose overall terminal health & continually improve the process Education & Experience:High School Diploma or GED equivalentFormal training and working experience with OSHA and DOT regulations are desiredProficiency and demonstrated desire to properly use and enforce the use of required PPEPrior experience in the cement or construction industries is preferredPrior material handling experience is preferredOperations or trade experience, demonstrating a strong mechanical aptitudeHands-on maintenance experience in a light or heavy industrial environmentProficiency with computers, tablets, and other mobile devicesDue to machinery and equipment, all candidates must be 18 years of age or older About Company Rock Solid Materials is a full-service material supplier, including quicklime, LKD, cement, and fly ash. Our products are used in many soil stabilization and asphalt pavement recycling applications ranging from large-scale industrial projects to small parking lot repairs.Our people are our greatest asset, and our success starts with ourcore values.Our Core Values:“10-4”– We communicate timely, clearly, and professionally with everyone.“Butter the Toast”– We serve our teammates, equipment, and customers with full accountability and no shortcuts.“SQP” – Safety. Quality. Production.Our daily priorities, in that order.“Black & Yellow”– It’s not “me,” it’s “we.” Believe it.Rock Solid is an equal-opportunity employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, including a two-step interview process. All offers will be formalized in writing.