Utility/ Ground Technician

Utility / Ground Technician

Rogers Group, Inc., headquartered in Nashville, is a privately held aggregates and asphalt highway construction company operating in 13 states with over 3,500 employees. RGI, established in 1908, has the distinction of being recognized as the largest privately held aggregate producer in the United States.

Rogers Group is currently seeking candidates for a UTILITY / GROUND TECHNICIAN position at the Cross Plains Quarry, located in Cross Plains, TN. The successful candidate for this role will be able to complete a variety of labor and operation tasks in the quarry and crushing plant. This individual will be responsible for helping to move materials, stockpiling, plant maintenance and clean-up, and supporting various other production duties. They must have a strong commitment to safety excellence.

Job Details:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• Wages starting at $23.00/hr

Job 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.
• Ability to perform plant maintenance work cutting, welding, changing rollers & bearings, belt splicing.
• Running various pieces of equipment as needed such as a bobcat, skid steer, and haul truck. Dozer, track hoe,
• Being trained in various production positions and filling in as needed during vacations, absences, and increased production demand times.
• Run water truck to control dust on roadways.
• Report equipment problems and identify them to management; help maintain quarry and equipment.
• Complete daily inspections and equipment pre-shift report if applicable.
• Assist other workers as needed or directed.
• Other duties, assignments, and requirements as determined by management.

Qualifications:

• Uncompromising focus on safety excellence.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, some which may include plant clean-up, production, maintenance, heavy equipment operation, and other duties as assigned.
• Previous experience welding and cutting preferred.
• Experience operating various pieces of heavy equipment bobcat, skid steer, and haul truck.
• Self-motivated individual - must be able to perform required duties without constant supervision.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand basic safety and work instructions.
• Must be willing to work weekends and overtime as necessary.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Plant maintenance experience is a plus.
• Experience with aggregate operations is a plus.

Rogers Group provides extensive benefits, strong compensation, and a safe, drug-free working environment.

As a Rogers Group employee, you will have access to our competitive company perks, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance plus Health Savings Account with annual company contribution.
• Company provided Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
• Retirement 401(k) with company contribution and match at one year of service.
• Company provided Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Paid Holiday's including Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.
• Paid vacation available after 180-day probationary period and accrued based on years of service.
• Annual performance-based merit increases.
• Career growth/advancement opportunities.

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.