Asphalt Plant Groundsperson

The H and K Group
US - Pennsylvania - Pottsville
July 2, 2026

H&K does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are always looking for the best, most qualified people to join our team.

Pre-employment drug testing (EOE)

Great Benefits offered!

Asphalt Plant Groundsperson

US-PA-Pottsville

Job ID: 2026-3045
Category: Quarry
Pottsville Quarry

Overview

Pottsville Asphalt a partner of the H&K Group, Inc. is looking for the ideal Asphalt Plant Groundperson! The ideal candidate is safety focused, action oriented, pays attention to detail, and excels at teamwork.

Why work for H&K Group, Inc. ?

Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan
Tuition reimbursement programs available to qualifying employees for approved programs
Additional training programs including on the job, online through H&K Academy, manufacturer offered training, and more

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all work according to MSHA and H&K Safety policies
Must be willing to learn how to run plant
Perform all work in a safe and professional manner
Perform plant maintenance
Maintain clean work areas including catwalks, walk-ways and general plant area
Proactively learn plant functions and operations
Obtain all knowledge to complete assigned tasks
Take direction from and work in a team with all other site personnel
Cross train to learn all jobs of plant and be able to substitute when necessary
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills, Education, and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) from an accredited educational institution OR related experience and/or training
- A combination of education and experience may be considered
Effective verbal and written communication
Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

3+ months related experience
Experience operating heavy equipment
- Strong preference for Loader operation experience
Experience working in a quarry, heavy civil construction, or other outdoor industrial setting
MSHA or other relevant safety certification

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand and walk
Frequently required to:
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
- Reach with hands and arms
- Climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Talk or hear
Occasionally required to sit
Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally
Specific vision needs include
- Depth perception
- Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Regularly exposed to
- Moving mechanical parts
- Outside weather conditions
Frequently exposed to
- High, precarious places
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Vibration
Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock
Noise level is usually loud

Pottsville Quarry and Pottsville Asphalt (formerly Pottsville Materials) is a producer of high-quality construction aggregate and asphalt products located near Pottsville, PA. We have been proudly serving the greater northern Berks, Northumberland, Lehigh, and Carbon County region since 2010. Strategically located just minutes south of the Route 81/Route 61 Interchange, Pottsville Quarry and Pottsville Asphalt are trusted H&K Group, Inc. (H&K) materials facilities formed in partnership between H&K and the Rich Family of Companies.

H&K Group, Inc. provides complete heavy civil contracting and construction materials solutions with safety, speed, quality, efficiency, and value. Beginning as a small family business a half century ago, we are now a dynamic group of vertically integrated companies that has been growing and prospering for 50 years.

Thank you for your interest in employment with H&K Group, Inc. At H&K, we invest in our people, providing the essential training, instruction, and supervisory support that they need to develop and grow within our company. We acknowledge that H&K's strength and success is directly related to our employees and the talents, dedication, and job performance they exemplify. We seek dynamic, motivated people who are driven to make a difference.

Final determination on pay will be made by company leadership consistent with the scope of work and considering the candidates' education, experience, skills, past performance, demonstrated leadership, and influence.

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