Asphalt Plant Operator

Duties/Tasks

• Understand, promote, participate in, and continuously improve all aspects of the company safety programs & initiatives (including Goal Zero);
• Comply with all company safety policies and standards;
• Comply with all legislated environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations;
• Submit and/or review reports for safety meetings, hazard assessments and other safety processes as per OH&S legislation and/or company policy;
• Be responsible for the safe execution of tasks being performed by plant employees;
• Complete daily start-up inspections of plant facilities at the start of each shift, and lead plant employees in ongoing inspection, maintenance and repairs of the plant equipment;
• Test transfers, batchers and silos at the end of each shift;
• Operate plant/tower controls to manufacture asphalt mixes to proper specification, and to safely load haul trucks;
• Print and process load tickets and document daily productions;
• Enforce (and obey) speed limits on site(s);
• Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness of assigned plant tower(s);
• Communicate professionally and diplomatically with colleagues, supervisors, customers and guests at all times;
• Act as site contact and crew leader when Foreman and/or Superintendent are unavailable;
• Work closely with quality control personnel to continuously monitor the quality of the products;
• Work closely with customers and clients to ensure prompt service and satisfaction;
• Maintain the ‘parts list’ and ‘maintenance board’ for each designated plant facility;
• Ensure tools used for daily tasks remain clean and organized within their designated locations;
• Perform setup and takedown of plants at different job sites as required; and
• Additional duties/tasks as required.

Knowledge/Skills

• Must possess a strong mechanical aptitude, with direct work experience and sound knowledge of plant/conveyor systems.
• Must be fluent in English, with proficient written and oral communication skills.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
• Must have strong leadership skills, with the ability to build interpersonal relationships with colleagues and clients
• Must be able to work independently and as a team in a busy fast-paced environment.
• Must be computer literate and able to use Microsoft office computer software (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Must be able to complete basic mathematical calculations.

Experience/Education

• High school diploma (or equivalent) is required.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience in asphalt plant production and/or operations is required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.