Maintenance Helper (Part-Time)

Job OpportunityWestern Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, mines aggregates along the Platte River near Ashland, Louisville, and Fremont, Nebraska. Concrete aggregate makes up 70 percent of the mines' product.NEBCO, Inc. NEBCO's story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska's most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses.Job SummaryWestern Sand & Gravel is looking for a part-time summer support position to assist with maintenance of sand and gravel facilities and equipment. Maintenance helpers complete required safety orientation and on-site safety training before performing any work. All essential duties and responsibilities listed below, and associated tasks, are performed under the direct supervision of a Foreman or Manager.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAbides by Company Safety Program and Policies while performing duties safely.Cleans exterior of mobile equipment on a weekly basis or as needed, using hose, soap, and water.Sweeps and organizes shop, sweeps concrete slabs outside of shop as needed, using brooms or shovels as needed.Sweeps off truck scales when there are no trucks on or near the scale.Cleans out fuel containments using brooms and shovels. This involves access over a 24" concrete wall and working around fuel tanks.Paints bollards and fuel tanks as needed. May require prep work such as removing old paint using a wire brush and scraper. No chemicals are used other than paint.Trims weeds with weed-eaters.Other duties as assigned.Minors will NOT be required or allowed to perform:Operation of handheld power tools, including pressure washer.Operation of company motor vehicles and construction equipment, including high-lift trucks such as forklifts, backhoes, front-end loaders, skid loaders or skid-steer loaders.Working inside of open holes and trenches.Any work involving demolition or dismantling of any structures.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma, or currently in high school; andExperience or interest in a construction industry-related career.Other Skills and AbilitiesAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.Ability to problem solve.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to distinguish between safe and unsafe conditions.Certifications, Licenses, RegistrationsValid Driver's LicenseCondition of Employment Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications. Approval of pre-employment reference, background checks and post offer substance testing are required as conditions of employment.