REEVES | Asphalt Plant Operator - Columbia, SC

We are seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant Operator to safely operate, monitor, and maintain our asphalt production facility. This position requires strong technical knowledge, a commitment to safety, the ability to work under pressure, and the leadership skills to effectively supervise staff. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and capable of managing multiple priorities while ensuring consistent, high-quality asphalt production.

• Safely operate and maintain the asphalt plant and related construction equipment.
• Determine proper quantities of materials needed to produce asphalt mixes.
• Adjust plant controls to regulate material flow, system speed, and production temperatures.
• Perform daily walk-around and site inspections to identify and correct unsafe conditions.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure equipment remains in proper working condition.
• Communicate with quality control personnel and adjust material blends as needed.
• Monitor material inventories and maintain appropriate stock levels.
• Track production output and adjust production levels as required.
• Supervise plant employees and assist with training as needed.
• Perform welding and cutting tasks using an arc welder and cutting torch.
• Ensure safe and efficient traffic flow within the plant site.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; collaborate with coworkers and supervisors on solutions.
• Complete all required plant reports and documentation accurately and enter data into the computer system.
• Maintain cleanliness of the control house and plant yard daily.
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with customers.
• Assist with additional job duties when requested to support operational needs.

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Asphalt Plant Operator.
• Experience with Astec, Gencor, and Systems controls preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate effectively during high-stress situations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail with proficiency in basic math, including percentages needed to calculate material quantities.
• Demonstrated safety awareness and willingness to follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Reliable transportation; ability to work periodic evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime.
• Must wear required PPE at all times (safety vest, safety glasses, long pants, and above-the-ankle/safety-toed shoes).
• Professional, positive, and cooperative attitude with supervisors, coworkers, customers, and the general public.
• Valid Driver's License preferred.
• Must provide proper documentation confirming legal authorization to work in the United States.

• Ability to lift, pull, and push at least 50 lbs. regularly.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, squat, twist, and climb on heavy equipment multiple times daily.
• Ability to walk on sloped ground, slippery surfaces, uneven terrain, and work in confined areas.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to see clearly, with or without corrective lenses.
• Ability to work in extreme and unfavorable conditions, including high heat, humidity, wind, dust, sand, and other inclement weather.
• Ability to work near extremely hot materials, fuel, fumes, vapors, dust, grease, oil, loud noise, and moving equipment.
• Ability to work at heights up to 100 feet.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.

Competitive pay & comprehensive benefits include paid holidays, vacation, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, group health plan options (incl. medical, dental & vision, HSA, FSA), short term disability benefits & 401(k)/401(k) Roth w/company match.

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**Drug-Free Workplace**