Position: Laborer **SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION**
About Kemp Quarries Kemp Quarries is a leading producer of construction aggregates, consisting primarily of crushed stone, sand and gravel. These materials are produced mainly from natural deposits of limestone and river sand. Our mining process for crushed stone aggregates typically begins with drilling and blasting the rock into smaller pieces. The material goes through various stages of crushing and screening to produce the sizes and specifications desired by our customers.
Our aggregates are used in different ways within the construction industry. As an associate member of the Oklahoma and Arkansas AGC chapters, we work closely with member contractors in providing materials to meet the most stringent needs and state certifications. ◾ As a base material underneath highways, walkways, airport runways, parking lots and railroads. ◾ To help aid in water filtration, purification and erosion control including Type I and Type II Rip Rap. ◾ Used as a raw material in combination with other resources to construct many of the items that we rely on daily. ◾ Houses and apartments; ◾ Roads, bridges and parking lots; ◾ Schools and hospitals; ◾ Commercial buildings and retail space; ◾ Sewer systems; and ◾ Airports and runways.
Construction aggregates have formed the underpinnings for many of our cities, towns and transportation networks. Thousands of years ago, civilizations built entire cities with stone, sand and gravel, and many of these ancient structures still exist today. Aggregates are durable, attractive, and can be used in many different applications. On average, every American uses approximately eight tons of aggregates each year. Although our principal product is construction aggregates, Kemp Quarries offers a variety of other state-approved products and services. About the Position Responsible for preventative maintenance, repairs, general cleanup, assisting drivers with additional products and overall appearance of the batch plant.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
◾ Regular, reliable attendance at the worksite or assigned work location ◾ Responsible for assisting with batch plant startup and shut down at the start and end of the day ◾ Perform routine maintenance to assure batch plant runs efficiently ◾ Perform and document all required plant inspections ◾ Perform and document weekly bag house checks and maintenance ◾ Make sure all housekeeping is maintained in a clean and orderly fashion ◾ Assist drivers as needed ◾ Responsible for getting supplies/parts for plant or drivers ◾ Responsible for operating front end loader when needed ◾ Perform lawn maintenance when necessary ◾ Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
◾ Excellent verbal, written and comprehension communication skills. ◾ Ability to do heavy labor ◾ Ability to work overtime and weekends as required. ◾ Ability to work at other locations as needed. ◾ Good safety and driving records. ◾ Ability to work near, around or on light or heavy equipment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
◾ Lift objects repeatedly of various dimensions and up to 100lbs. of weight ◾ Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and climb ladders ◾ Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects ◾ Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions ◾ Ability to repeatedly reach, squat and tolerate prolonged standing / walking / sitting ◾ Ability to repeatedly walk on uneven surfaces
Location Sulphur Springs, AR
We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, political belief, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions.
Federal Law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity (valid driver’s license. Birth certificate, Green Card, etc.) with in three days of being hired. Failure to submit such proof within the required time shall result in immediate termination.