Asphalt Plant Operator

Job Description:

Asphalt Plant Operator

Description

Position Description

The City of Tacoma, Public Works Department is recruiting to establish an eligible list for the position of Asphalt Plant Operator. Under the direction of an Asphalt Plant Crew Leader, this position is responsible for the efficient operation and maintenance of the City's asphalt mixing plant.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be a team player
• Work well in a team environment
• Be someone who takes initiative
• Knowledgeable about the production and properties of Hot Mix Asphalt

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in the day-to-day activities of the asphalt plant and property
• Safely operate a variety of equipment related to asphalt plant operations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
• Ensure pollution requirements and safety rules and regulations are met at asphalt plant and property
• Participate in the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures for the operation and maintenance of the asphalt plant and equipment
• Inspect, maintain, and repair the asphalt plant equipment and other equipment as necessary in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
• Work with staff to track the sale and production of materials at the asphalt plant
• Perform the duties of the Asphalt Plant Crew Leader as needed; provide work direction to others as required
• Operate a variety of heavy and light equipment, and trucks as necessary for the operation of the asphalt plant
• Operate and maintain material screening equipment
• Train and provide work direction to staff as necessary
• Maintain related records and reports
• Perform related duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Asphalt plant environment; subject to extreme heat and noise
• Position requires pushing, pulling, bending, lifting and climbing
• Lift up to 50 lbs. properly and safely without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistance
  
• Employees in this class may be exposed to potentially hazardous materials
  

Qualifications

Qualifications
One year of experience performing street maintenance work, or rights of way construction including the repair of asphalt pavement

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A valid Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A with Tanker Endorsement and Air Brake Restriction removed at time of application with maintenance thereafter
Must obtain a valid flagging and traffic control card and a First Aid and CPR card prior to completion of probation with maintenance thereafter

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 7/28/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$79,976.00 - $88,171.20 Annually