2nd Shift Operator/Mechanic

Silvi Concrete Products•Port Norris, NJ

4d•$28 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Silvi Materials has been expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 15+ companies, employing over 950 people across 30+ locations in Southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and North Carolina. Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success. We value the fresh ideas and perspectives of each new member of our team. What does Silvi Materials offer you, you may ask? Phenomenal Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Prescription, Vacation, Paid Holidays and so much more! Your future in mind: With 401(k) (at select locations) and/or pension options. We want all employees to build for a great retirement! Growth at Silvi Materials: Growth at Silvi Materials: We offer each employee the opportunity to move into any facet of our complex business. And our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect springboard to help you get there! So what does a Equipment/ Plant Operator do? You’ll be an integral part of our sand mine operations! Clears, grubs, strips, excavates, backfills, ditches, stockpiles and pushes various types of material found at a quarry. Constructs berms, excavates and grades to final grade. Loads sand and sometimes small stone from a stockpile to a truck and/or train car. Must be able to estimate load size for a vehicle and not over or under load a truck. Must be able to load a truck without creating spillage. Must do general cleanup around all areas. Perform a daily heavy equipment walk-around inspection and preventive maintenance responsibilities. Perform other work as assigned when not engaged in operating equipment including labor and general maintenance of all areas of the mine as needed.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License.
At least one year operating heavy equipment required.
Can work 2 p.m. - 10 p.m. shift or as needed. Changes in schedule may arise with operations.
Can work Saturdays as needed.
Willingness to train required.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience running a dredge highly preferred.
Mechanical/maintenance skills highly preferred but not required.
Experience operating a loader required, experience operating a skid steer, dozer, excavator, and/or haul truck highly preferred.
Experience running a dredge highly preferred but not required.
Education from a technical school in a related field preferred (welding, electrical, maintenance etc.) preferred.
Welding experience a plus, particularly in mig, stick, and overhead.
Quarry/mining experience a plus but not required.
Knowledge of the common reasons for mechanical failure and the steps necessary to correct malfunctioning on different types of motors/machinery.
Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, i.e. OSHA, MSHA, as they apply to the operation a plus but not required.
Ability to work independently.
Possesses a sense of urgency and ownership to complete assignments/projects through to completion.
Ability to respond with flexibility and efficiency to frequent changes in task focus, competing priorities, and multiple deadlines.
Available to work most Saturdays, 10-14 hour shifts, outdoors in all weather, and comfortable with heights.

Responsibilities

Clears, grubs, strips, excavates, backfills, ditches, stockpiles and pushes various types of material found at a quarry.
Constructs berms, excavates and grades to final grade.
Loads sand and sometimes small stone from a stockpile to a truck and/or train car.
Must be able to estimate load size for a vehicle and not over or under load a truck.
Must be able to load a truck without creating spillage.
Must do general cleanup around all areas.
Perform a daily heavy equipment walk-around inspection and preventive maintenance responsibilities.
Perform other work as assigned when not engaged in operating equipment including labor and general maintenance of all areas of the mine as needed.