Plant Operator

Vss International, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Entry-level plant operator handling loading/unloading chemicals and basic upkeep.

Key Responsibilities

  • building cleaning
  • safety meetings
  • materials loading
  • chemical handling
  • truck loading

Tasks

-Sweeping building interiors. -Participation with safety meetings. -Loading and unloading of chemicals, emulsified asphalt, binder trucks, tack pots, spreader trucks and railcars.

Requirements

  • forklift
  • 5s
  • high school
  • english
  • evening shift
  • driver's license

What You Bring

-Ability to utilize a calculator for basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division). -The ability to work a 2pm - 10 pm shift -Basic written recordkeeping; and -Ability to acquire a license for Forklift Operation (OSHA); and -Ability to self-start, motivate others, work with little direction. -Proper tool cleaning and storage. -Knowledge of basic hand and power tools. -Ability to learn and put in action 5S principals. -Ability to work in a dirty and adverse work conditions. -Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English. -Basic housekeeping duties (cleaning up litter, spilled products, office, bathroom etc.). -Ability to Observes gauges, dials, and operation of machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications. -Adherence to all environmental, health and safety rules, policies, and procedures. -High School diploma or equivalent. -Ability to conduct the necessary weekend checks of the plant on a rotating basis. -Current state automobile driver’s license and a reliable vehicle, potentially for work-related travel.

The Company

About Vss International, Inc.

-Long championed asphalt emulsion innovations for roadway care. -Spearheaded global pavement preservation techniques. -Manufactures signature equipment like the Macropaver and proprietary materials like Asphalt Rubber. -Typical work includes slurry seal, microsurfacing, chip-and-cape seal, crack treatments, and fog seal applications. -Projects ranging from city streets to national park roads, showcasing adaptability across public and private sectors. -Supported by sister firms Emultech and Macropaver, enhancing expertise in materials and machinery.

Sector Specialisms

Road Construction

Road Maintenance

Pavement Preservation

Pavement Repair

Asphalt Maintenance

Slurry Seal

Microsurfacing

Chip Sealing

Crack Treatments

Fog Seal

Custom Designed Aggregate Mixes

Skid Resistant Treatments