Yard Laborer

Job SummaryThe Yard Laborer is responsible for maintaining the ready-mix plant and performing other general duties as needed. All duties are to be performed while exhibiting and championing safe work and environmental compliance practices for the incumbent as well as co-workers. This position is located in the Vernon area (Alameda Ready Mix Plant).BenefitsAt CalPortland, we're proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That's why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.Compensation$23.50/ hrResponsibilitiesResponsible for the day-to-day plant clean-up and maintenance which includes: manual labor, heavy lifting, shoveling, lubrication of plant components and minor plant adjustmentsPerform other tasks associated with the production of concrete products as assignedLoad, unload and move material as directedWork with team members to maximize productivity and efficiencyPerform daily plant and equipment inspectionsOperate and/or assists workers engaged in operating machinery and equipment used in the production processWork with plant management to identify problems and potential problems that need to be addressedEnsure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legislation, regulations, and company policies and proceduresReport any unsafe condition, accidents or incidents to supervisor immediatelyPerform other duties as required/assignedEducationHigh school diploma/GEDRequirements/QualificationsAbility to work safely and properly follow all company policiesUnderstand the knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibilityAbility to be self-directed, with minimal supervisionMust be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as requiredPhysical requirements:Sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)Climb on equipment, stairs, and ladder as high as 400 feet in elevationWalk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground) and crawl under and into enclosed spacesAbility to lift and/or move up to 75 poundsAbility to see and hear safety indicators and warnings and will have exposure to all levels of noise, requiring hearing protectionMust work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln processExposure to cement, clay, limestone and various chemicals; see MSDS for more detailsOvertime is required as needed and may include SaturdaysMust possess a valid driver's license with a safe driving recordPreferred:Familiarity with MSHA regulationsPreferred knowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cementConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.