Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

Kokosing is one of America's 60 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors.

Located in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Regions, Kokosing's services include the construction of highways/bridges, industrial facilities/factories, data centers, marine, solar, advanced industrial, pipeline, and water/wastewater facilities, along with asphalt/concrete pavement and underground utilities.

For over 70 years, our family-owned company has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards.

With over $1.2 billion (and growing) in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Summary:

Responsible for the overall Operation & Maintenance of the plant and plant staff for the coordination of the activities relating to safety, quality, production, delivery and maintenance of the Concrete Batch Plant.The New Lock at the Soo Project for the US Army Corps of Engineers located in Sault Ste. Marie, MI (projected to complete in Year 2029)This role will be located onsite at the Construction Project site located in Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for Material Inventory, Ordering, Tracking, Scheduling of Materials required to produce concrete (Spare Parts/Equipment, Coarse Aggregates, Fine Aggregates, Cement, Slag, Flyash, Admixtures, etc.)Plant Production and Tracking RecordsResponsible for quality production of Concrete as required per Specification RequirementsScheduling review and forecasting of planned concrete pours to properly plan personnel, equipment and material needs to support the Construction Schedule.Competency of projects mix designs, the components and testing requirements of each mix.Competency of target slump, air, fresh temperatures and compressive strength requirements of each mix design.Responsible for delivery to point of placement for Concrete on the Project Site.Coordination with Supporting Placing Equipment (i.e. Mixer trucks, Agitor Trucks, Telebelt, Pump Trucks, Creter Cranes, bucket placements, etc.)Responsible to understand operation of all systems of operation.Preventative & Routine Maintenance of the PlantTracking of Maintenance RecordsTroubleshooting and Repair of mechanical, pneumatic, and water systems of the PlantConveyor inspection and maintenanceSump inspection and maintenanceScreen inspection and maintenanceElectrical needs (including lighting)Water pump inspection and maintenanceGreasing and lubricationSupervision of Batch Plant Personnel to include Operation and Maintenance Staff.Ensure all safety guidelines are followed. (OSHA, EM-385, KAT Safety Policies)Implementation of Preventative and Routine Maintenance for the FacilityImplementation of LOTO Procedures for the FacilityImplementation of Confined Space Procedures for the FacilityImplementation of Winterization Shutdown and Spring Startup Procedures for the FacilityStormwater and Air Quality requirements of the FacilityOperate the plant within the general operating and production guidelines for the plant as determined by management.Oversee appearance and housekeeping of the plant and grounds area.Other duties as assigned by Management.

Education, Credentials and Experience:

Experience with Concrete Production Plant Operations (specifically Central Mix Plants).Ideal candidates would possess 5+ years of experience with major heavy civil construction projects.Experience with the Erie Liberty batching system a plusExperience with multi-mixer batch plants a plusNRMCA certification a plusACI credentials a plusCandidate must be able to work at heightCandidate must be able to climb laddersHigh School Diploma or GED equivalentExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work in concert with Project Team, QA/QC, Subcontractors, Engineers, and ClientProject Site Access does require that of a successfully completed Federal Background Check

Benefits:
Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.