Job ID: 438820

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

Position Overview

Tilcon Connecticut has an opening for an experienced Welder/Fabricator person in our Wallingford Quarry. All Tilcon Connecticut employees are expected to partner with associates and management of Tilcon Connecticut Inc. to coordinate, support, and actively promote our safety process. This position will report directly to the quarry superintendent and will comply with mandatory safety requirements and other functions of the quarry team.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

This position involves fabrication/welding and repair plant/plant operations including working with crushers, conveyors and screens. This includes cutting torch and welding projects and also includes general work around the quarry operation and other duties as assigned. Overtime is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Required: Fabrication/Welding Experience


• Desired: Previous Aggregate Operations Experience


• Could on occasion work at considerable heights.


• Must be able to have a flexible schedule to coincide with job requirements.


• One plus year's plant / crushing experience. Knowledge of quarry production and associated equipment, and understanding of operations and safety requirements.


• Capable of welding and cutting with a torch and assisting in preventive maintenance and plant repairs.


• Must have mechanical aptitude.


• Able to lift 100 pounds. Climb stairs/ladders up to 24 feet.


• Mechanical aptitude/ability to diagnose and perform plant repairs as needed.


• Previous maintenance/welding/cutting experience necessary.


• Ability to operate an aerial lift.


• Arc welding experience preferred.


• Experience in steel erection/destruction i.e. welding, cutting, and fitting preferred


• Experience working with crushers, conveyors and screens.


• Must be safety-minded.


• Able to work without close supervision, a self-starter.


• Previous experience working in a rock quarry preferred.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas as outlined by OSHA, MSHA, and state agencies. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position: Hardhat, Safety Glasses, Face Shield, Welding Helmet, Reinforced Toed Shoes, Hand Protection, Respirator, Ear Protection, Fall Protection, Air Monitor, Reflective Safety Vest.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and taste and smell.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

Bend X

Kneel X

Squat X

Climb X

Stand X

Walk X

Sit X

Reach X

Drive X

Fine Motor X

Repetitive

Motion X

Right X

Left X

This position requires an employee to lift:

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

0 - 10 lbs X

10-25 lbs X

25-50 lbs X

50- 100 X

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving, mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and heat. The employee frequently works outside and has exposure to some vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Continuous Frequently Occasionally Not Applicable

Hot Weather X

Cold Weather X

Wet Weather X

Exposed to Noise X

Exposed to High Heat X

Moving Equipment X

Working With Others X

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay


• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs


• Group retirement savings program


• Health and wellness programs


• A 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 large international organization.

If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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