Groundsman

Overview Rogers Group, headquartered in Nashville, TN, is a 115-year-old privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company with quarry and asphalt operations in multiple states. Rogers Group is seeking a Groundsman for the Roanoke quarry, Roanoke, VA. The successful candidate will be motivated with a strong focus on safety excellence. Responsibilities General plant/mine labor and clean-up of production areas, including shoveling stone from around conveyors and assisting with plant clean-up and operations. Be trained in various entry level production positions and fill in as needed during vacations, absences, and periods of increased production demand. Operate heavy equipment to support operations as needed. Run water truck to control dust on roadways. Report equipment problems and identify them to management; help maintain quarry and equipment. Light maintenance work and maintaining belt lines. Complete daily inspections and equipment pre-shift reports, where applicable. Assist other workers as needed or directed and perform other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications Self-motivated individual who can perform required duties without constant supervision. Able to perform a variety of duties, including plant clean-up, maintenance, operating equipment, and other duties as assigned. Previous experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., skid steer, haul truck, excavator, loader) – preferred. Ability to learn quickly and understand basic safety and work instructions. Willingness to work weekends and overtime. Must pass pre-employment drug screen. Maintenance experience strongly preferred; experience with aggregate operations is a plus; cutting and welding experience is a plus. Compensation and Benefits Wages start at $18.00/hr for entry level candidates. Some positions require no experience and Rogers Group will train. Higher pay for skilled operators with quarry and mining experience. Overtime available and extensive medical and retirement benefits. Group insurance options plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution. Company paid life insurance and disability insurance. 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution and match. Paid holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Years, plus 7 paid holidays throughout the year. Paid vacation – 1 week at 1 year; 2 weeks at 2 years; 3 weeks at 5 years; 4 weeks at 20 years of service. Annual merit increases based on performance. Equal Employment Opportunity An Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates without regard to age, race, national origin, gender, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other protected status. All applications are accepted online at #J-18808-Ljbffr