Barge Loader / Utility Operator

Ameron Pole Products • Grand Rivers, KY

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About The Position

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Barge Loader / Utility Operator based at its Grand Rivers Quarry in the East Region. The role supports a positive safety culture in an aggregate environment regulated by MSHA standards and works with a team to produce natural aggregates in a mining environment.

The operator operates quarry equipment, performs daily plant maintenance and equipment and workplace inspections, follows industry safety rules and applicable regulations, and communicates with other plant employees and operators. The role also includes promoting safety awareness and continuous improvement, keeping accurate daily records, and performing other assigned duties.

The position involves working outdoors in varied weather conditions, including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty environments. Although most equipment has air conditioning, some responsibilities require working in these conditions.

Requirements

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to keep accurate daily records.
• Knowledge of plant maintenance and construction materials.
• Good mental concentration and judgment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Positive, team-based attitude.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, and climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to work in varied outdoor environments, including cold, hot, dry, dusty, and rainy conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Two to five years of experience preferred; barge loading experience is a plus.
• Experience with a 988-size loader, a 400 excavator, and other mid-size quarry equipment.
• Current MSHA training.
• Prior experience working on portable and stationary crushing plants.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition.
• Operate quarry equipment.
• Perform daily maintenance on the plant.
• Comply with industry safety rules, procedures, and applicable government regulations.
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment and workplace inspections to maintain equipment performance.
• Maintain strong communications with other plant employees and operators.
• Keep accurate daily records.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, based on eligibility.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• 11 paid company holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee discount programs.
• Professional training and development programs.
• Career advancement opportunities, including promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed