Yard Laborer

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH company, provides Portland and masonry cements to help build the foundation and infrastructure for the world around us. We ship millions of tons of cement from our plants and network of terminals located across North America. When you work for Ash Grove, you are connecting to something bigger. We stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Join our team and help Ash Grove build America.

Reports to: Production Superintendent

Shift: Monday-Friday 40 hours a week, Shifts Vary: 6am-2:30pm, or 2:30pm-11pm (This is a contract role for 3 months)

Pay: $35.24 per hour

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability Pay
- Life Insurance
- Growth Opportunities and more

Position Overview:

Maintain a safe and healthy environment, operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, and wear appropriate PPE as determined by the company for the safe operation of equipment required for the general housekeeping of the plant.

What you’ll be contributing:

1. Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
2. Operate mobile equipment in a safe and effective manner.
3. Conduct daily inspections of assigned equipment, document before and after state and report any deficiencies to the supervisor.
4. Work within other departments when holding a relief position.
5. Removal and replacement of refractory in Kiln.
6. Properly inspect and operate Hy Vac.
7. Snow removal and salt spreading as required.
8. Operate ball sorting machine.
9. Report any deficiencies to the supervisor.
10. Housekeeping duties as assigned.
11. Any other duties as assigned when not required under normal classification.
12. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

1. Working outdoors at varied temperatures and weather conditions.
2. Working indoors in varied conditions (i.e., hot, noisy, dusty).
3. Exposure to extreme heat.
4. Working in confined spaces.
5. Working at heights.
6. Operating jackhammer.
7. Lifting up to 70lbs.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

1. Good oral and written communication skills.
2. Good interpersonal skills to be able to interact with other departments.
3. Ability to operate various mobile equipment as required (i.e., Bobcats, sweepers, small loaders, etc.).
4. Must have a valid “G” class driver’s license.
5. Ability to work afternoon shift as required.
6. Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
7. Willingness to learn; training will be provided.

What to expect in a cement environment:

Work to be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoor exposure throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 250 feet in height. Exposure to all weather conditions. Normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee will be required to follow all job instructions of his/her supervisor and to perform other work assignments related to plant operations that are not inconsistent with the current labor contract, past practices, or safety policies.

What CRH Offers You

- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability.

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