Ready Mix Batch Operator- Twin Falls, ID - Military Veterans

Job ID:  494576

Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

Summary

This is a hybrid position of a Ready-Mix Driver & Batch Person. This position is responsible for controlling production and load out of materials produced in the batch plant, as well as for scheduling and ensuring timely delivery of supplies to the plant to perform duties in conjunction with dispatch loading instructions. The goal is customer satisfaction. Also, will operate a Ready-Mix trucks in a safe and professional manner in the plant yard, on public highways/roads, and at various job sites to deliver products. Deliveries will be made in both commercial and residential areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Batch Person

• Batch concrete loads according to mix designs and specifications. Reads dispatch orders and understands required needs for production of materials.


• Conduct batching operations in an efficient and safe manner while complying with all local, state and federal regulations.


• Conduct batching functions in a professional manner and ensure compliance with job specifications and all applicable environmental and air quality regulations.


• Must be able to produce on-time & in-spec concrete for the customer. This is a customer focused business.


• Prints out delivery tickets on each truck/load and file. Gives copy of delivery tickets to truck drivers to obtain customer payment upon delivery of materials as needed.


• Responsible for efficient working condition of plant equipment. Performs maintenance to batch plant which includes greasing, sweeping, shoveling, performing equipment repairs, cleaning, and removing jam-ups.


• Become proficient in all batching, dispatching, & quality control software.


• Maintain time and material records.


• Ability to understand appropriate uses of various mix designs.


• Ability to test concrete for conformance with mix design and specification.


• Ability to conduct moisture tests, yield calculation and yield adjustment of mix designs for conformance with mix designs and specifications.


• Responsible for efficient working condition of plant equipment.


• Must be able to climb man ladder.


• Follow verbal (in person and over the phone) and written instruction.


• Must be able to organize and lead people.


• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Ready Mix Truck Driver

• Maintains equipment in a safe and clean condition.


• Performs pre and post-trip truck inspections.


• Verify general compliance with mix specifications after loading and at job site.


• Aligns mixer drum under disbursement chute at the plant to receive product into the mixer truck drum.


• Drives ready mix truck to location for unloading.


• Operate ready mix truck to release concrete down truck chute into area to be poured with concrete.


• Cleans truck after delivery to prevent concrete from hardening in mixer and on truck


• Places and operates chutes to deliver product where directed.


• Other duties as directed by supervisor.

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 and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required


• One to Two years batching-related experience is preferred.

Work Requirements

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.


• Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.


• May be subject to drug testing, medical exams and physical agilities testing.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions


• Ability to communicate effectively on radio/phone system

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions


• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Computer Skills

• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must possess a valid state commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A or Class B.


• Must possess a valid Medical Card as per DOT standard.

• Ability and willingness to pass ACI level 1 certification within six months

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs.


• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.


• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.


• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.


• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.


• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.


• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.


• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.


• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.


• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.


• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.


• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Physical Demands

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.

• GRIP - with at least 75 lbs. of force


• CLIMBING - in, around, and on equipment


• HEAVY LIFTING - of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist


• CARRYING - awkward parts and equipment up to 50 lbs. for 50 feet or more


• HIGH LIFT - of up to 50 lbs. floor to shoulder


• AWKWARD LIFT - of up to 35 lbs. shoulder to away from body


• FLEXIBILITY- awkward reaches


• BALANCE - including standing and walking on extremely slick and uneven surfaces while carrying.


• VISION- 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions


• HEARING - corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions from coworkers

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 noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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