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Quarry Plant Laborer

AT CRH
CRH

Quarry Plant Laborer

Shirley, MA

Job ID: 505777

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH company, is a leading manufacturer of aggregate and HMA products and Paving and Construction in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We operate aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production facilities in Acushnet, Dracut, and Lunenburg, Massachusetts as well as Cranston, Rhode Island. Our modern facilities, veteran paving crews, experienced construction management team and large investment in plants and equipment make us one of the largest and most efficient producers in the state of Massachusetts as well as one of only two RIDOT approved stone suppliers in the state of Rhode Island.

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then P.J. Keating Company and CRH is the company for you! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

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Position Overview

The Quarry Laborer will be responsible for various tasks at the aggregate site.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
  • Understands and applies safe use and operation of the equipment and communicates with other employees about safety related matters.
  • Performs all functions in a safe manner in accordance with company policy and procedures.
  • Performs plant repair, maintenance and fabrication as directed.
  • Inform supervisor of any maintenance or repairs needed.
  • Maintains a clean work area.
  • Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
  • Qualifications

    Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations, using some combination of skills and abilities.

    Education/Experience
    • Previous aggregate experience preferred.
    • High school education or equivalent.
    • Welding experience strongly preferred


    Knowledge/Skill Requirements
    • Display a professional attitude toward co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
    • Welding and cutting torch experience.
    • General knowledge of plant maintenance.
    • Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
    • Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.
    • 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.
    • Valid driver's license.


    Physical Requirements

    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.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is required to sit, walk and stand for periods of time. The employee is required to use a computer for extended periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust to focus.

    Continuous

    Frequently

    Occasionally

    Not

    Applicable

    Bend

    X

    Kneel

    X

    Squat

    X

    Climb

    X

    Stand

    X

    Walk

    X

    Sit

    X

    Reach

    X

    Drive

    X

    Fine motor

    X

    Repetitive Motion

    X

    Right

    X

    Left

    X

    This position requires an employee to lift:

    Continuous

    Frequently

    Occasionally

    Not

    Applicable

    0 - 10 lbs.

    X

    10 - 25 lbs.

    X

    25 - 50 lbs.

    X

    50 -100 lbs.

    X

    Work Environment

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

    Continuous

    Frequently

    Occasionally

    Not

    Applicable

    Hot Weather

    X

    Cold Weather

    X

    Wet Weather

    X

    Exposed to Noise

    X

    Exposed to High Heat

    X

    Moving Equipment

    X

    Working With Others

    X

    What CRH Offers You

    • Highly competitive base pay
    • Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
    • Group retirement savings program
    • Health and wellness programs
    • An 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 a 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!

    P.J. Keating Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

    EOE/Vet/Disability

    Client-provided location(s): Lunenburg, MA 01462, USA
    Job ID: CRH_FGB-505777-en_US
    Employment Type: Other

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • HSA
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Work Flexibility

      • Remote Work Opportunities
      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Profit Sharing