About this role
Purpose/Scope:
Operates concrete mixer to batch materials and transport mixed concrete from the batch plant and throughout the production facility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Mix concrete for all production areas
• Oil, clean and prepare mixer according to work instructions and SOP
• Inspect and adjust all working parts in batch plant
• Monitor raw materials to insure proper utilization and inventory levels
• Participates in ongoing minor and preventative maintenance and visual evaluations of plant and equipment to keep batch plant clean
• Inventory and maintain accurate records of all parts and provide notification when orders are needed
• Monitor concrete temperature in cold and hot weather months and understanding the changes that need to be made to concrete for each
• Confer with supervisory personnel to resolve problems, provide immediate feedback, and recommend solutions to improve performance
• Ensure established performance indicators are met
• Adhere to OSHA rules and regulations at all times
Basic Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent or one to six months of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Other Qualifications:
• Knowledge of concrete mixes
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Computer knowledge; including applicable Microsoft and batch house software
• Strong problem solving and communication skills
• Ability to perform moderately complex mathematical equations Troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Mechanical knowledge
• Working knowledge of plant maintenance procedures
Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of concrete fundamentals
• Working knowledge of OSHA/DOT regulations
• Experience in mixing concrete or ready mix
• Experience with construction materials
• Maintenance experience
Physical Requirements:
• Plant/Yard: Move minimum of 50lbs., spatial awareness/depth perception, walk, climb, bend at the waist, reach, forceful use of hand tools, vocal projection
Work Environment:
• Plant/Yard: All types of weather conditions (year-round, Mid-west and Northeast), dirt/dust, noise from heavy machinery/vehicles, vibrations from machinery and vehicles, loud noises, little to no climate control, varying amounts of light, stairs, narrow walkway
Pay range for this position is $25 to $30 per hour.