Terminal Operator (Contract)

Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world‑class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward‑thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com

Position

Terminal Operator

Reports to

Terminal Manager

Summary

Reporting to the Terminal Manager, the incumbent will operate & maintain equipment with a team involved in the loading and unloading of bulk cement from silos, rail cars, or trucks after proper training. This is a contract role, ending approximately late October.

What You’ll Be Contributing

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Receive, position, and unload hopper rail cars or trucks according to accepted unloading practices. Report operating and maintenance problems to the Terminal Lead.
• Load customer trucks and common carriers in a timely and efficient manner, recognizing the company policy on load limit weights and clean air standards.
• Prepare bills of lading and maintain inventory records.
• Perform emergency, periodic and preventive maintenance on all equipment according to the terminal maintenance program.
• Support team in recognizing cost‑saving and work‑simplification ideas.
• Maintain the terminal in a clean, neat, and tidy condition, reflecting the company’s image.
• Support company safety programs through the use of safety equipment and observance of safe work methods.
• Handle special assignments or projects as needed by the Team Lead.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To Succeed In This Position

• High school graduation or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Willingness to learn; training will be provided.
• Minimum of 1 year of work experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Physical Requirements

• Working outdoors in varied temperatures and weather conditions for short periods of time.
• Effortless mobility.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders several times a day as required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50‑60 lbs.
• Working at heights.

What To Expect In a Cement Environment

Work will be performed in a shop environment as well as outdoors throughout the plant. Mild exposure to cement dust, heat, cold, and noise requires compliance with specified safety guidelines and procedures. Exposure to high elevations of up to 90 feet in height, all weather conditions, and normal operation of mobile equipment may result in jarring and vibratory exposure.

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.