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ABCI

Asphalt Plant Operator

Lubbock, TX · On-site

Asphalt Plant Operator Job Summary The Asphalt Plant Operator is responsible for the safe ... Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) Schedule * Full-time position * May require ...

ABCI

Asphalt Plant Operator

Lubbock, TX · On-site

Asphalt Plant Operator Job Summary The Asphalt Plant Operator is responsible for the safe ... Must wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) Schedule * Full-time position * May require ...

Stone Peak

Asphalt Plant Operator

Dickinson, ND · On-site

Operating a Mobile Asphalt Plant with up-to-date computerized equipment controls * Oversee plant maintenance and operation * Ensure that the equipment & plant functions as designed at all time ...

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time asphalt plant operator in the United States is $28.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Asphalt Plant Operator vs Part Time Asphalt Plant Operator?

AspectFull Time Asphalt Plant OperatorPart Time Asphalt Plant Operator
CertificationsTypically requires OSHA safety training and plant operation certificationsMay require similar certifications but often less comprehensive or fewer hours
Work EnvironmentWorks full shifts at asphalt plants, often in outdoor conditionsWorks fewer hours, possibly on an as-needed basis at the same facilities
Employer UsageEmployed full-time by construction or asphalt companiesHired part-time for specific projects or seasonal work

Full Time Asphalt Plant Operators work regular hours and are employed full-time, handling daily plant operations, safety, and maintenance. Part Time Asphalt Plant Operators work fewer hours, often on a temporary or seasonal basis, performing similar duties but with more flexible schedules. Both roles require safety certifications and knowledge of plant operations, but full-time positions typically demand more consistent availability and experience.

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Asphalt Plant Operator

Banks Construction Company

North Charleston, SC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Asphalt Plant Operator
Build Your Career in Asphalt Production
Banks Construction Company is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Asphalt Plant Operator to support our asphalt plant operations. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, can stay focused, and wants to be part of the production side of heavy civil construction.
As an Asphalt Plant Operator, you'll learn how to operate the asphalt plant from the control tower, load and scale trucks, communicate with crews and customers, and help keep plant production running safely and efficiently.
Banks Construction operates three asphalt plant locations in North Charleston, Summerville, and Walterboro. Our plants operate day and night to support project schedules and customer needs.
About Banks Construction Company
Banks Construction Company is a third-generation, family-owned heavy civil and asphalt paving contractor serving the Charleston area. We are proud to be a local company with deep roots in the community and a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and doing quality work. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Team, and Excellence, and our team lives those values every day on our jobsites.
About the Asphalt Plant Division
The Asphalt Plant Division is part of our Production Group and plays an important role in supporting our paving and construction operations. At each plant facility, our team unloads granite stone, crushes recycled asphalt and concrete, produces asphalt, loads trucks, and prepares materials for jobs throughout the Lowcountry.
This team helps ensure our crews and customers receive the materials they need safely, accurately, and on time.
What You'll Do
As an Asphalt Plant Operator, you'll operate the plant from the control tower while supporting daily production, truck loading, customer needs, and overall plant operations. You may help with:
  • Learning all areas of the asphalt plant facility and plant operations
  • Operating the asphalt plant for different jobs throughout the Lowcountry
  • Loading and scaling trucks with asphalt and other materials
  • Monitoring plant controls, production needs, and material flow
  • Communicating with plant team members, paving crews, drivers, and customers
  • Helping private customers receive their asphalt on time
  • Tracking production and job information accurately
  • Staying focused in a fast-paced production environment
  • Following all company safety, quality, and environmental procedures
  • Helping troubleshoot plant needs and communicating issues quickly
  • Supporting general plant facility tasks as needed
Schedule
This is a plant-based position, and hours may vary depending on production needs, project schedules, weather, and customer demand. Our plants operate day and night, so candidates may need to be flexible and available to work varying shifts as needed. Overtime may be required.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who is dependable, focused, and detail-oriented. The ideal candidate:
  • Has strong attention to detail
  • Can stay focused in a fast-paced environment
  • Is a self-starter and highly motivated
  • Can communicate clearly with team members, drivers, crews, and customers
  • Is comfortable learning plant controls, truck loading, and production processes
  • Is comfortable working around asphalt plants, trucks, materials, equipment, noise, dust, and other safety-sensitive conditions
  • Is flexible and available to work day or night shifts as needed
  • Is willing to work at our plant locations in North Charleston, Summerville, and Walterboro as needed
  • Takes safety seriously
  • Is dependable and shows up on time
  • Has a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Wants to learn and grow in asphalt production and heavy civil construction

Previous asphalt plant operation, production, dispatching, scale house, equipment, construction, paving, or materials experience is helpful, but not required. We are willing to train the right person.
Why Join Banks?
At Banks Construction Company, you're not just applying for a job - you're building a career with a company that invests in its people. We offer:
  • Competitive wages
  • Steady work with overtime opportunities
  • On-the-job training
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • A strong safety-focused culture
  • A team-oriented environment
  • The opportunity to learn asphalt production and plant operations
  • The opportunity to support projects that help build the Charleston community
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Training and development opportunities
Start Building With Us
If you are dependable, detail-oriented, and interested in learning asphalt plant operations, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join the Banks Construction Company team.

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