Cement Terminal Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Cement Terminal Technician

Waukegan, 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 family
• 401(k) currently 5-8% in employer contributions after 1 year of service
• Paid 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 terminal
• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment, including the coordination of facility and equipment repairs
• Follows all safety procedures, checks for safety hazards, and takes corrective action to eliminate safety hazards
• Maintain 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 unloading
• Operates forklift, skid steer, and other light industrial equipment
• Collect material samples as needed
• Perform clean-up work and housekeeping assignments
• Performs and assists with preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment
• Participates in formal and on-the-job training programs to acquire/broaden both technical and non-technical job skills
• Interacts with members of Terminal staff regularly to gather or communicate information, solve problems, etc
• Participates and provides updates in team meetings when necessary
• Maintain professional vendor and broker relationships
• Applies 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 work
• Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and work productively with others
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Must be reliable, with a positive professional attitude
• Self-sufficient and able to work with some direct supervision
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality projects on tight schedules
• Eagerness to learn emerging technologies to help diagnose overall terminal health & continually improve the process

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Formal training and working experience with OSHA and DOT regulations are desired
• Proficiency and demonstrated desire to properly use and enforce the use of required PPE
• Prior experience in the cement or construction industries is preferred
• Prior material handling experience is preferred
• Operations or trade experience, demonstrating a strong mechanical aptitude
• Hands-on maintenance experience in a light or heavy industrial environment
• Proficiency with computers, tablets, and other mobile devices
• Due 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 repair.

Our people are our greatest asset, and our success starts with our  core 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 Materials 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.