Asphalt Plant Operator

Central Specialties, Inc. is a third generation, family owned, general road contracting company serving Minnesota and the Dakotas. We take pride in the reputation we have built for providing responsive customer service, on the job safety, efficient and high-quality products and services.  Our skilled workforce of 375+ employees is dedicated to quality and excellence. It's the pride our employees take in their work that keeps CSI at the top of the industry. 

What sets us apart!

• Family owned and operated
• Best equipment and technology
• Building the best roads start to finish

Benefits of joining our team!

• Traveling throughout Minnesota and the Dakotas
• Winters off
• Working outdoors
• Company paid training opportunities
• We promote from within

The purpose of this position is operating, maintaining and repairing the hot mix asphalt plant and associated equipment and performs related duties as required.

Requirements:

• Must be able to travel throughout Minnesota, North and South Dakota
• Regular, consistent attendance and regular overtime at all assigned job sites
• Valid Driver’s License, preferably Class A
• Acceptable motor vehicle record
• Requires training or experience in various welding techniques, must be able to weld using an arc welder or cutting torch
• Requires mechanical skills and machine maintenance experience
• Requires basic mathematical and computer knowledge
• Ability to interpret a variety of information and data in written, oral or diagrammatic format
• Thorough knowledge of the safe operation of machines and equipment used in the production of asphalt mixes
• Thorough knowledge of properties of materials used in the production of asphalt mixes
• Ability to learn the laws and regulations concerning pollution control

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Physical strength and endurance to perform all principal duties and responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Mixes asphalt batches by operating switches and controls, controlling the heat, amount of aggregate, asphalt and oil flowing into the weighing chamber
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains components of plant to assure safe operation and compliance with pollution control regulations; performs maintenance and service on asphalt plant as required
• Weighs materials according to prescribed formulas; mixes weighed materials in mechanical mixer
• Dumps asphalt mixes through chute into trucks
• Requisitions and maintains a supply of material for the proper and efficient operation of the plant
• Operates front end loader and other equipment to unload, stockpile, and feed aggregates, to unload deliveries, make facility repairs, and maintain plant
• Takes and records scale, meter, and other readings and records production data; enters production information into computer systems; reconcile and report on daily production
• Coordinates tear down, set up and calibration of plant
• Operates various hand and power tools, welding and cutting equipment and cranes and hoists
• Prioritize safety at all times, following company and industry safety guidelines and protocols
• Performs other tasks as needed

Benefits:

• Group Health Insurance
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401 (k) Company Match
• 401(k) Company Discretionary Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Sick and Safe Time (Part-time and seasonal employees)
• Per Diem
• Electronic Direct Deposit

We value a diverse workplace and believe it enhances our company culture and the services we provide. Qualified female, minority, veteran and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply.  Central Specialties is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.