Company Description

Grimes Asphalt and Paving Corporation was founded in 1972 and is based in Des Moines, IA. Grimes Asphalt and Paving is in an optimum position to serve our clients with a convenient location that has 300-tons-an- hour capacity. Our equipment is outfitted with the latest technology to better assist with your detailed project. Our asphalt paving company offers expertise in the production and paving of hot mix asphalt. Making us your one stop in paving construction.  This position will primarily be based in Des Moines, IA.

Position Overview

This is a skilled position controlling production and load out of materials produced in plants.  The asphalt plant operator is responsible for the efficient working condition of plant equipment and is expected to perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor. This position will also assist in material ordering, inventory management and records keeping.  This position will require working at heights. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Reads work schedules and determines sequence of operations.
• Operates plant according to production schedule using appropriate materials.
• Assist with record keeping and daily production schedules for submitting reports on production and maintenance. Read and write delivery tickets to determine mix design for loads and issue delivery tickets to customers. 
• Monitor material operation to ensure quality of mix.
• Regulate flow of materials to and from conveyors, chutes, pumps, and storage bins.
• Assist with the loading of hot mix asphalt into haul trucks.
• Manufacture various asphalt products according to mix design and customer job-site specifications.
• Control inventory of materials.
• Performs basic maintenance and service on plant as required.
• Performs daily inspections of the equipment and documents items in need of repair.
• Ability to weld using an arc welder or cutting torch is preferred.
• Cleans control house and yard facility daily.
• Oversee truck scales and the loading of the trucks.
• Enters production information into computer systems.
• Performs duties as directed related to the plant and plant site.
• Other duties as assigned per supervisor.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction and paving and can use such tools properly and safely.
• Ability to read, write, and accurately perform basic mathematical functions including adding, subtracting, multiplication and division.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Must possess knowledge of Company policies and procedures, including safety.
• Must consistently produce and efficient, accurate work product.

Work Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years in age or older. 
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Must pass post-offer employment drug testing, medical exams, and physical agilities testing.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and/or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment.
• Able to stand, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, talk and hear.
• Able to use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must have the strength, mobility, agility, and balance to ascend access ladders and steps, and to maneuver on equipment and vehicles without assistance.
• Must be able to exert up to 10-20 lbs constantly to move objects, 25-50 lbs of force frequently and 50-100 lbs of force occasionally.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat. 
• The employee may be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The employee may be exposed to risk of electrical shock or burn.  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday with weekend and some holiday and evening work required. Generally, 60+ hours per week.

Benefits Offered

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.