Asphalt Plant Ground Crew

Job Description

Job Description

Pay range hourly $25.00 to $30.00 DOE

Why This Role Matters
The Ground Crew, located in in Coeur D Alene, ID., ensures the plant’s exterior and immediate surroundings are safe, organized, and ready for daily operations, directly supporting the efficiency and safety of asphalt production.

Position Overview
The Asphalt Plant Ground Crew is responsible for maintaining the safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness of the plant’s exterior and surrounding areas. This role supports the asphalt plant operator and other staff by ensuring the site is in compliance with safety and environmental regulations, and by keeping equipment and materials accessible for efficient production.

Key Responsibilities

· Site Maintenance: Shovel, clear, and maintain dirt, stone, and asphalt around plant entrances, loading areas, and equipment zones.

· Equipment Support: Assist in moving and positioning plant equipment, including skid steer or watering trucks, for maintenance, repairs, or loading.

· Safety Compliance: Follow all OSHA/MSHA and company safety policies; ensure the work area is hazard-free for operators and other personnel.

· Material Management: Help organize and store materials, ensuring they are accessible and properly stored to prevent damage or contamination.

· Preventative Maintenance: Assist in routine plant maintenance tasks, including cleaning and minor repairs to site structures or equipment.

· Training Support: Help train less-experienced plant staff on proper operations, servicing, and repair procedures.

· Reporting: Report any safety hazards, equipment issues, or material inconsistencies to the supervisor.

Qualifications & Skills

· CDL preferred, but not required.

· Basic knowledge of skid steer or watering truck operation.

· Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

· Strong attention to safety and compliance with environmental regulations.

· Physical stamina for manual labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs., shoveling, and operating small machinery.

Work Environment

· Outdoor, potentially dusty and hot; exposure to heavy equipment, asphalt, and construction materials.

· May require early mornings, evenings, or weekends to support plant operations.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401 (k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance