DescriptionCement Terminal TechnicianWaukegan, IL Full or Part-TimeThe Terminal Technician supports the daily operations of the Waukegan Terminal in a safe, efficient, environmentally-friendly, sustainable, and quality-assured manner that maintains the high standards of Rock Solid Materials, Inc. The Terminal Technician safely operates and maintains all equipment at the location used to store material, and load/unload trucks, rail cars, and/or marine vessels while putting safety first and living our Core Values (S-Q-P, 10-4, Butter the Toast, and Black & Yellow).
Incredible Benefits Package:- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision for you AND your family
- 401(k) currently 5-8% in employer contributions after 1 year of service
- Paid life insurance & long-term disability
Responsibilitiesโข Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas while promoting safe practices throughout the terminal
โข Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment, including the coordination of facility and equipment repairs
โข Follows all safety procedures, checks for safety hazards, and takes corrective action to eliminate safety hazards
โข Maintain the terminal material storage and conveyance systems in "best in class" conditions in terms of operating and monitoring all terminal equipment, loads outgoing trucks, unloads inbound barges/vessels and railcars, and supports inbound truck unloading
โข Operates forklift, skid steer, and other light industrial equipment
โข Collect material samples as needed
โข Perform clean-up work and housekeeping assignments
โข Performs and assists with preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment
โข Participates in formal and on-the-job training programs to acquire/broaden both technical and non-technical job skills
โข Interacts with members of Terminal staff regularly to gather or communicate information, solve problems, etc
โข Participates and provides updates in team meetings when necessary
โข Maintain professional vendor and broker relationships
โข Applies skills and performs work in other positions as assigned by the Terminal Manager
Qualificationsโข No experience necessary! All you need is a great work ethic and a desire to learn!
โข Strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work
โข Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, and work productively with others
โข Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines
โข Must be reliable, with a positive professional attitude
โข Self-sufficient and able to work with some direct supervision
โข Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
โข Proven ability to deliver high-quality projects on tight schedules
โข Eagerness to learn emerging technologies to help diagnose overall terminal health & continually improve the process
Education & Experience:โข High School Diploma or GED equivalent
โข Formal training and working experience with OSHA and DOT regulations are desired
โข Proficiency and demonstrated desire to properly use and enforce the use of required PPE
โข Prior experience in the cement or construction industries is preferred
โข Prior material handling experience is preferred
โข Operations or trade experience, demonstrating a strong mechanical aptitude
โข Hands-on maintenance experience in a light or heavy industrial environment
โข Proficiency with computers, tablets, and other mobile devices
โข Due to machinery and equipment, all candidates must be 18 years of age or older