Asphalt Plant Groundman/Laborer - Owensboro, KY

Job ID: 527400

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, would like to welcome you to one of the finest construction companies in Kentucky.

Hinkle operates one of Kentucky's most extensive networks of state-of-the-art asphalt paving and production supply facilities.

Hinkle is committed to producing and providing our customers quality materials and service.

Hinkle is a company whose reputation for quality work dates to 1942 with a strong reputation, strong community ties and a commitment to their employees that is unmatched in the industry.

Hinkle employs more than 400 employees during the construction months.

With multiple locations throughout central, eastern, and southern Kentucky, Hinkle prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations.

In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.

CRH is the leading building materials business in the world, employing 73,000 people at 3,155 locations in 29 countries.

CRH is the largest building materials business in both North America and Europe, and we also have regional positions in Asia.

We manufacture and supply a diverse range of integrated building materials, products, and innovative end-to-end solutions, which can be found throughout the built environment, from major public infrastructure projects to commercial buildings and residential homes.

CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The candidate will be responsible for all ground operations, such as greasing equipment, general laboring, equipment operation, and routine maintenance in and around our Asphalt Plants.

This position reports to the Asphalt Plant Foreman.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:


* The selected candidate will be required to work in a team environment with other co-workers and managers;


* Equipment operating experience a plus;


* Perform minor servicing and maintenance on plant equipment as needed, using ladders to access platforms, and landings;


* Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment such as bob cat, skid steer, man lift, water truck, and haul truck.

Report any problems to your manager;


* When working with co-workers, constant eye contact will be maintained when backing, communicating using hand signals or other movements;


* Properly follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment;


* Follow directions of Foreman as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite;


* Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies;


* Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servi...