**Job Title: Asphalt Plant Operator** **Pay Rate: $25-$30/Hr** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Asphalt Plant Operator to manage and operate our asphalt plant. The ideal candidate will have experience in operating and maintaining asphalt plants. This individual will be operating skid steers on occasion and will also be required to do other labor work. **Responsibilities** + Operate and monitor asphalt plant equipment, including preheaters, oxidizers, tanks, and control systems. + Ensure the production of high-quality asphalt mixtures according to specifications. + Perform routine maintenance and repairs on plant equipment, including stick welding tasks. + Collaborate with the quality control department to inspect each batch of asphalt produced. + Manage inventory and order materials as needed. + Maintain a clean and organized work environment. + Ensure compliance with safety protocols and environmental regulations. **Essential Skills** + Proven experience as an Asphalt Plant Operator or similar role. + Knowledge of stick welding techniques and safety protocols. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documents. + Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. + Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. + High school diploma or equivalent. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Additional certifications in welding are a plus. **Why Work Here?** This is a direct placement opportunity offering stability and growth within the company. We foster a supportive work environment that values teamwork and professional development. **Work Environment** Work involves both indoor and outdoor environments, which can be dirty. The shift is from 5:00 am to 5:00 pm with a minimum of 55 hours per week, and flexibility to work varying shifts, including nights and weekends, is required. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Greencastle, Pennsylvania. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.