Job ID: 513005
OMNI Engineering, a CRH company, started its business in 1985 in Omaha, Nebraska. OMNI is involved in heavy highway construction as well as private and commercial site construction. Its primary business involves the manufacture and placement of asphalt for roads, city streets and parking lots. Currently, OMNI Engineering employs around 200 employees and remains a competitive force in the Omaha market.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The construction production trainee is learning the duties of all plant personnel including Plant Foreperson, Yard Laborer, Loader Operator and Batch Operator. Develop and apply safety and people leadership skills. Coordinating the activities of workers engaged in the manufacturing of asphalt. Duties include but are not limited to production, quality control, delivery of materials and the safety of all employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in the operation of asphalt facilities or other directly related industry experience preferred.
• Experience using IPad and other computer related applications preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays when necessary.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents, safety rules and procedure manuals as well as carry out written or verbal instructions.
• Willingness and ability to work in and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, customer needs and other conditions that may affect their daily responsibilities.
• Ability to cope well in stressful environments and communicate professionally.
• Demonstrated ability to train, motive and lead employees.
• Basic knowledge of labor and employment laws.
• Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach; work well in a team.
• Must be proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook.

Key Competencies

• Accountability: Is continually focused on accepting responsibility for meeting commitments, achieving optimum results, and ownership for the outcomes from actions and decisions.
• Adaptability: Personal willingness and ability to effectively work in, and adapt to changes in circumstances, tasks, responsibilities, people, environments and conditions.
• Communication: Clearly conveys and receives messages at an appropriate level and format.
• Customer Focus: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and/or external customers.
• Integrity: Through words and actions, creates an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. Communicating and acting honestly and ethically.
• Leadership: Motivates and inspires others through their words, actions, and commitment to the organization.
• Managing People and Processes: Establishes and clearly communicates process standards and expectations; monitors performance and provides ongoing feedback to build people.
• Teamwork: Works cooperatively and productively in groups and teams to create positive relationships which maximize performance results.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

• Able to communicate with others by email, telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, walk, and sit as well as occasionally required to stand, reach use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs, ladders, inclined walkways and access elevated platforms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS)

• Manages, and communicates with the Superintendent, issues affecting personnel, safety, maintenance, production efficiency, product quality, current and upcoming projects, competition and pricing.
• Works with customer on delivery of our construction services.
• Knowledgeable of and has the ability to understand and read plan and specifications.
• Ensures compliance with City, State and Federal regulations in all areas.
• Works with the Quality Control Department to ensure products meet production and project specifications.
• Conducts safety meetings and other employee correspondence as required.
• Performs and documents safety, production and compliance reporting.
• Reviews and submits payroll as well as maintains related documentation.
• Organizes and accounts for daily delivery and raw material tickets, fuel consumption and mileage sheets.
• Ensures received raw materials are accounted for and correctly inventoried in batch computers and during monthly inventory counts.
• Assures all appropiate job related documentation and reporting is captured and maintained.

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.

• Able to communicate with others by email, telephone and in person.
• Able to utilize a computer for processing, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• Able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to frequently talk, hear, walk, and sit as well as occasionally required to stand, reach use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to occasionally climb stairs, ladders, inclined walkways and access elevated platforms