Distribution Operator in San Antonio, Texas at Zachry

Who We Are

Capitol Aggregates, a division of Zachry, stands on a rich tradition of creativity, stability, innovation, and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitol's employees are the heart of our success, we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training, education, and career advancement.

We believe people are our greatest asset and offer a variety of training and development opportunities to promote excellence and facilitate career advancement. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do.

Our Core Values guide everything we do:

Every Person Matters® | Together We Can Do Great Things® | This Is More Than a Job®

Position Overview

The Distribution Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently loading cement into bulk trucks and rail cars to support cement plant distribution operations. This role operates loading systems, scales, conveyors, and control systems while ensuring accurate documentation, equipment readiness, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The Distribution Operator supports continuous plant operations through equipment inspections, basic maintenance, housekeeping, and coordination with dispatch and shipping activities.

What You'll Do

• Load cement into bulk trucks on a daily basis and load rail cars as required to meet shipping demands.
• Operate control panels, electrical systems, and computer interfaces to control weighing, conveying, and material discharge operations.
• Receive customer orders, dispatch loads to carriers, and enter shipment information into computer systems.
• Perform inspections of silos, compressors, pumps, scales, dust collection systems, and related equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and report mechanical issues to maintenance personnel as needed.
• Maintain accurate records including cement samples, daily loads, operating logs, and bills of lading.
• Prepare daily safety, equipment, and load-out documentation in accordance with plant procedures.
• Perform daily housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.
• Stand in for the dispatcher and perform dispatch duties when required.

NOTE: This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by business needs and conditions. As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.

What You'll Bring

Required Skills and Abilities

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate and maintain loading and material handling equipment.
• Ability to operate hand tools and perform minor equipment repairs.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow operating procedures, safety rules, and equipment instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with supervisors, drivers, and co-workers.
• Ability to make sound decisions regarding equipment operation and recognize abnormal conditions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in emergency or high-pressure situations.

Education & Experience

• One (1) year of in-plant experience as a Shipping Operator I or similar role required.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to work in a physically demanding and sometimes stressful industrial environment.
• Ability to work rotating shifts covering 24 hours per day, seven (7) days per week required.
• Commitment to working safely and adhering to all company, plant, and MSHA safety policies.

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

Capitol Aggregates offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Capitol Aggregates Inc. (Capitol) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Capitol, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Capitol mailing address or email address, directly to Capitol employees, or to Capitol's resume database will be considered Capitol property. Capitol will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Capitol will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Capitol's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Capitol will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Capitol's Human Resources Representative or their designee. No other Capitol employee is authorized to bind Capitol to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by an Agency.