Aggregate Loader Operator

CalPortland•Oxnard, CA

1d•$33 - $38

About The Position

The Aggregate Loader Operator accurately loads customer trucks using a front-end loader, load ready-mix trucks and wash plant bins/hoppers. The Loader Operator is expected to perform other tasks required to safely and efficiently operate and maintain/repair fixed and mobile equipment. At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED
Physical requirements: stand, walk, climb, bend, stretch, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, drive and lift up to 100 pounds
Able to work in wet and dry conditions as well as extreme heat or cold
Good verbal and written communication skills
Able to work well with others in a fast-paced environment
Experience as a heavy equipment operator
Knowledge and experience in the operation and maintenance of crushers, wash plants, conveyors, material washers, and various other types of fixed and mobile equipment used in the aggregate industry
Knowledge of the equipment and methods used in the production process, and related aspects of materials storage, handling and distribution of aggregates
Understands MSHA rules and regulations
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Current MSHA training certification preferred
Experience welding and cutting preferred

Responsibilities

Performs safety/quality/mechanical inspections of the plant and mobile equipment
Addresses any housekeeping issues within the work area
Operates loaders, excavators, haul trucks, skid steers and bull dozers
Performs plant maintenance
Understands the process flow of the plant and is diligent in producing a quality product
Accurately completes and maintains reports and compliance records (maintenance, environmental, safety & production)
Successfully completes and maintains Method 9 Emissions certification