Asphalt Plant Operator

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Barriere Construction, a CRH Company, is the Louisiana-based infrastructure contractor of choice for our Gulf South employees and customers. For 70+ years, we have continuously created value through our Culture of Care while safely and reliably delivering quality construction projects and materials under budget and on time, every time - this is our B Guarantee. Infrastructure and heavy civil construction services include asphalt and concrete paving, site preparation, structural, mechanical, and turnkey services. Materials sales are also available for all projects including your own, from residential to industrial. We are one of the largest asphalt producers in Louisiana with the largest asphalt plant in the state along with two others. Our award-winning Construction Group is constantly expanding the scope of its capabilities. It currently specializes in transportation, petrochemical, power, commercial, residential, and ports and rail projects.
Barriere Construction, founded in 1949, is an asphalt and concrete paving, highway and heavy civil, and industrial construction company headquartered in New Orleans, LA. Like a road’s base installation, Barriere employees form the foundation of our business. Our entrepreneurial culture thrives on a diverse mix of abilities – allowing us to create innovative solutions while opening doors in new and emerging markets. Our reputation for ethical behavior enables us to attract and retain the best talent and loyal customers south Louisiana has to offer.
Company Benefits
Competitive Wage and Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
401K with Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Flex Spending Account
We are currently searching for an experienced Asphalt Plant Operator to join our North Shore Asphalt team of talented employees!
Duties & Responsibilities:
50% Operations
Coordinates and assigns the dispatching of trucks in the yard.
Communicates on multiple devises, i.e. computer, phone, fax, hand-held and CB radios.
Learns how to read multiple types of meters and gauges at specified intervals verify operating conditions.
Assists with writing reports and maintaining logbook of asphalt production and maintenance actions taken during shift.
Keeps control room clean by performing housekeeping tasks.
Maintain a safe environment for he/she self and crew within plant confines.
Assesses daily job tasks for potential safety concerns.
Communicates with vendors, trucks, operations, plant crew, and supervisor as needed.
Safely and efficiently load trucks and process required tickets/paperwork
Responsible for creating daily plant schedule based on various mix needs, capacity, and tonnage
Collaborate with quality control technicians to ensure the produced asphalt meets required specifications, making adjustments to material blends as needed.
Responsible for safely operating and maintaining asphalt plant and construction equipment by:
Determining proper quantities of materials needed to produce asphalt
Adjusting controls to regulate flow of materials, maintain proper temperature, and speed of systems.
Monitoring production levels and adjusting production as needed.
Train/mentor new hires as needed.
Troubleshoot, problem solve, and successfully discuss production problems with co-workers and Plant Manager.
30% Plant and Equipment
Inspects hand tools and equipment for any defects and locks out if defective.
Assists crew with required plant or equipment maintenance or repairs, at ground level or elevated.
I.E plant (tighten or replace bolts) conveyors (belts and rollers), change wear items or implements (blades, buckets), electrical (battery, lights, fuses).
Performs general maintenance and cleanup on equipment and plant.
Perform daily inspections, preventative maintenance, welding, and repairs on machinery
15% Safety and Compliance
Follows company policy, guidelines, and procedures.
Wears proper PPE for required tasks.
Leads TAR daily or change of scope.
Performs Stretch and Flex daily.
Picks up and places safety devices as needed.
Certified in Lockout/ Tagout and Confined Space.
5% Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Advanced:
Excellent oral and written communication skills. This job requires the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders (customers, vendors, management, & crew members) under high stress situations
High attention to detail
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Employment type
Full Time