[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Vulcan Materials jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Vulcan Materials · Madera, CA # Plant Operator Madera, CA, United States On-site $42.46 per hour Manufacturing & Production Listed on Vulcan Materials’s official careers site. Posted September 16, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Vulcan Materials’s careers site →](https://vmcfa-prod-iccgjb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/careers/job/860) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Vulcan Materials](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/) / Plant Operator ## Job description ### Job Summary Candidate will be expected to operate equipment with a high degree of competence, skill and proficiency. Performs start-up and shutdown procedures and monitors feed and materials flow and equipment settings throughout assigned responsibility area paying special attention to monitoring equipment and making adjustments as required to maximize production and to provide a quality product. ### Essential Functions - May be designated according to type of plant operated as Asphalt-Plant Operator (construction) or according to machine function as Crusher Operator (concrete prod.; construction). - Operates processing plant and auxiliary units. - Observes control panel gauges, dials, and operation of machinery to ensure conformance to processing specifications. - Maintains switch house equipment. - Assists with plant inspections and repair and maintenance of plant equipment as required. - Lubricates and may perform some repair work to crusher system. - Performs housekeeping duties around crusher area, including shoveling. remove spilled aggregate material, etc. - Performs other duties as assigned by supervision. ### Critical Competencies - Attention to Detail - Ability to thoroughly and accurately complete tasks; meticulous and precise when handling information, and is critical in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and integrity of the results. - Communication Skills- Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience. - Decision Making - Makes informed, effective, and timely decisions by evaluating available information, considering potential outcomes, and choosing the best course of action; analyzes options, weighs risks and benefits, and uses sound judgment to reach decisions that align with organizational goals and values. - Responsive - Demonstrates the ability to react quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, new information, or urgent requests, adapting approaches and priorities as needed to ensure timely and appropriate action. - Technical Proficiency-Knowledge and skills in a specific field, gained through education, training, experience, and continuous learning. It combines theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and problem-solving ability. Technical proficiency is valuable to employers for innovation, efficiency and problem-solving. ## Responsibilities ### Education - Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate desired. ### Experience - Experience in the construction/mining/concrete industry preferred - Preferred experience in operating plant crusher. - Mechanical repair skills preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Mechanical skills preferred. - Must be able to perform repetitive work on a continuous basis. - Must have strong working knowledge of process control systems. - Must be mechanically inclined and have ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems in relation to plant operations. - Must have ability to effectively communicate in English, including reading and writing related to computer. ### Other Requirements - Should be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb vertical access ladders, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift 50 pounds. - Must be able to work in outdoor weather conditions of heat and cold. - May be subject to wearing a respirator. - Must be able to work required overtime which may include hours of up to or beyond scheduled hours. Salary. The salary is prescribed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates will be placed according to union contract salary scale at $42.46 per hour. - Full benefits package including health insurance, a pension plan, paid vacation. - This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. JD Disclaimer Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 16, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 32 days - Location: Madera, CA, United States - Work arrangement: On-site - Pay: $42.46 per hour[Apply on Vulcan Materials’s careers site →](https://vmcfa-prod-iccgjb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/careers/job/860) ## More jobs at Vulcan Materials ### [Admin -Office Plant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/jobs/2b87bf39de86e44e87b0/) Moore Haven, FL, United States ### [Aggregates Plant Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/jobs/62d7ec82367ba00f42d7/) Uvalde, TX, United States ### [Area Blaster](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/jobs/51381c3bd20d6a15cf46/) Macon, GA, United States ### [Asphalt Plant Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/jobs/5dd169b8b0d775e9f76d/) Pleasanton, CA, United States ### [CNC and Manual Machinist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vulcan-materials/jobs/d3d118a5af0bf3286958/) Birmingham, AL, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Grain Plant Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/baa5cf4bc02808f848f1/) Cargill · Carleton, Nebraska ### [Grain Plant Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/b6f90bfc1cf86796741a/) Cargill · Lacon, Illinois ### [Webber - Batch Plant Operator - Heavy Civil](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ferrovial/jobs/deec66dacbf8c716c14f/) Ferrovial · Lubbock, TX ### [Batch Plant Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/sterling-construction/jobs/efc6f9be405be7934e3a/) Sterling Construction · Salt Lake City, UT ### [Chemical Plant Operator I](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ecolab/jobs/370e8346fc9c754d8515/) Ecolab · McDonough, Georgia, United States of America OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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