Ground Hand - Amarillo, TX
Summit Materials
Date: 1 day ago
City: Amarillo, TX
Contract type: Full time

Overview
Location: Amarillo
Seeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, maintenance, and other plant-related tasks. Must be dedicated, willing to learn while achieving the highest level of safety standards. This is an entry level laborer position and will consider training the right individual.
Benefits
What To Expect During Our Hiring Process
Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We'repassionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.
At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow. We value all our communities - including our diverse internal community of teammates that make us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are...you belong.
Location: Amarillo
Seeking an Individual to perform various duties at an aggregate plant facility including equipment operation, maintenance, and other plant-related tasks. Must be dedicated, willing to learn while achieving the highest level of safety standards. This is an entry level laborer position and will consider training the right individual.
Benefits
- Recession Resistant Industry
- Consistent work, with a work/life balance
- Overtime Opportunities
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
- Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
- Life Insurance - Company Paid
- Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
- Follow safety rules, regulations, and procedures set forth by MSHA/OSHA/plant.
- Safely perform pre-shift, post-shift inspections/plant inspections and report unsafe equipment conditions to foreman or supervisor.
- Maintain good housekeeping practices on plants and equipment.
- Proper PPE attire must be worn at all times.
- Detect safety hazards and equipment malfunctions and respond accordingly.
- Assist maintenance personnel with plant repairs when needed.
- Assist with the daily production and operations of the plant.
- Ability to inspect all areas of the plant to perform necessary maintenance, repairs, and screen changes.
- General labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping.
- Repair crusher, i.e. liner changes, oil systems, and operations, monitor and change worn parts.
- Operating skid steers.
- Cross train with other positions to maximize abilities within.
- Perform additional job duties as assigned.
- Basic hand tool knowledge.
- MSHA certification preferred.
- Demonstrates proficiency in difficult and high-pressure situations.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Skid steer/heavy equipment operation preferred.
- Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Must be able to pass a background check, fitness for duty evaluation, and pre-employment drug testing.
- Must be able to work in a heavy industrial environment, exposed to weather elements and noise.
- Must have ability to work independently and problem solve while working alone or as part of a team.
- High school education or GED equivalent.
What To Expect During Our Hiring Process
- Background Check
- Motor Vehicle Record Check
- 5-Panel Drug Screen
- Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
- Paid Orientation
- A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!
Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We'repassionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.
At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow. We value all our communities - including our diverse internal community of teammates that make us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are...you belong.
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