This is a job for a Quarry Plant Groundman with a company located in Sardis, MS.

Summary:

This position involves a variety of laboring activities, including, but not limited to: lubricating; shoveling; sweeping; steam cleaning; painting; tire work; mechanical assistance; lifting, pushing and pulling various objects and raking.  Willingness to train and move into heavy equipment operators position. Work will be performed per the plant foreman's instruc­tion; free from direct supervision except for more complicated jobs.

 RESPONSIBILITIES: Maintaining aggregate crusher, washer, and surrounding environment to ensure safe and efficient operation. Shoveling; sweeping; steam cleaning; painting; tire work; mechanical assistance; lifting, pushing and pulling various objects. Communicating production issues to supervisor or lead person. Ability to perform strenuous work in varying weather condi­tions. Willing to travel and work away from home when required. Willing to work nights and weekends when necessary. Report to work at the designated start time. Able to work overtime when required. Other duties as assigned per 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.

One (1) year related experience is preferred.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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 various shifts (days, nights, swings)

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 90 lbs. of force. CLIMBING -- in, around, and on equipment. HEAVY LIFTING -- of extremely awkward parts and equipment up to75 lbs. from floor to waist. AWKWARD POSITIONS -- getting to and from both sitting and kneeling on the ground. 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.

Benefits:

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.