Asphalt Plant Groundman - Buckeye, AZ

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• →Employee shall perform all duties and responsibilities with Solterra Material's Core Values at the forefront.
• →Must work quickly, productively and safely to meet production goals as outlined by the Foreman, Superintendent and/or Production Manager.
• →Follow direction of the Foreman and/or Superintendent about daily production schedule and activities.
• →Operate heavy equipment such as trucks and front-end loaders according to job specifications.
• →Must be an advocate of safety and follow safety policies and procedures.
• →Actively participate in job-site and safety meetings and all Company related training.
• →Works in conjunction with Foreman or Crew Leader to ensure the job-site is safe and traffic is controlled prior to commencing work.
• →Must be a strong communicator and be in constant contact with operators and general laborers.
• →Inspect, clean and maintain equipment and machinery.
• →Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel.
• →May set up and tear down equipment.
• →Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day.
• →Understand material handling and storage in compliance with SDS sheets.
• →Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job.
• →Serve as front-line Company representative and must provide excellent service to the customer and to the public.
• →Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheel barrels, etc.
• →Perform all other general laborer work as needed.
• →Any and all other duties assigned. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position and is subject to the company's drug and alcohol policy, as well as all OHSA regulations.
• All employees must wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Serves as a safety ambassador by complying with federal, state and local laws, as well as Company safety policy, enforces safe work practices, and proactively identifies and remedies worksite hazards.

• This position operates at professional construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate with verbally others on site, in person and over the telephone, ability to read printed materials, signs and directions, stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner.
• Will be required to work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment and other tools within local, state and federal safety guidelines.
• This position operates in a professional field environment. The position requires working outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• While working, the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, virus or other air-borne pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines and dust/debris.

• This is a full time position. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

• Minimal travel required with advanced notice.

• A high school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Six (6) months to one (1) year, related experience is preferred.
• Must be fluent in English, i.e., must be able to speak, read and write English.

• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean motor-vehicle record.
• Passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and background check is required.

Solterra Materials is an equal employment opportunity employer.