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Plant Operator
US-DE-Delmar
Job ID: 2024-2525 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Quarry River Asphalt ll
Overview
River Asphalt II, a division of The H&K Group, Inc., located in Delmar, DE, is looking for the ideal Plant Operator to provide smooth operator of plant equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, professional, and experienced with plant operation and maintenance.
The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for 50 years.
Why work for H&K Group, Inc.?
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
100% Company-paid Health Benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
Know and follow company start and stop procedures
Performs daily greasing and oil checks on crushers and screens
Keeps walkways clear of any debris and reports spillage issues to superintendent
Performs daily guarding inspections and plant checks and reports any maintenance issues to superintendent
Inspects screen media to ensure proper condition for maximum production
Keeps operating booth clean and free from any inappropriate materials
Carries out duties and work procedures to meet production schedules
Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of quarry operations and work crew
When needed/required assists workers in solving production problems
Fills out necessary paperwork daily
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Skills, Education, and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) OR one month of related experience and/or training
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
Basic mechanical abilities
Verbal and written communication skills
Leadership and teamwork skills
Self-motivated and organized
Safety-focused
Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)
Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience
3+ months of related experience and/or training
Experience with equipment maintenance
Experience with loader operations
Experience with Q329 caterpillar trackhoe and LT105 portable crusher
MSHA or other relevant safety certifications
Physical Demands
Regularly required to
Sit
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Frequently required to talk and hear
Occasionally required to
Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Specific vision abilities including
Distance
Peripheral
Depth perception
Work Environment
Regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions
Frequently exposed to
Moving mechanical parts
Vibrations
Fumes or airborne particles
Noise level is usually loud
The H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for over 50 years.
Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K’s strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.
Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates’ education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.
H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans’ status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.
