Dredge Operator

Farmer Holding Company • Missouri City, TX

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Capital Sand is looking to add a Dredge Operator in Missouri City, MO. 12 hour days, some Saturday's. Responsibilities Operate hydraulic suction dredge to extract sand and gravel from the river bottom. Perform all aspects of operation; continuously monitor gauges and controls, raise and lower suction ladder, adjust anchor winches for dredge positioning in the river, slack back barges as they are filled, etc. Assist tow boat crew when switching barges out at the dredge. Perform daily safety inspections to verify systems are safe to operate. Perform daily maintenance inspections; report mechanical or maintenance issues, repair identified deficiencies; assist with scheduling repairs for deficiencies that require vendor assistance, lubricate equipment. Provide directions to dredge deckhand for daily job duties. Communicate with the dredging crew supervisor, towboat pilots, and crew members. Fill out production reports, equipment safety inspections, equipment maintenance records, requisition for supplies, and employee timekeeping. Ensure the dredge is operated safely and is properly secured and fleeted for continuously changing river conditions. Perform dredging within authorized boundaries per regulatory permits. Ensure that products meet applicable quality standards and specifications. Working closely with the QC department. Maintain continuous awareness of surroundings, changing weather conditions, and changing river conditions. Maintain equipment in good condition and appearance. Operate a john boat to get to/from the dock to dredge. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required.
• 1+ years working on a dredge and/or related experience in mining, aggregate, quarries, dredging, sand & gravel, heavy mobile equipment or plant operations.
• Knowledge of MSHA regulations.
• High motivation, leadership qualities, strong work ethic, and self-starter.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Rotating schedules as needed which may include weekends.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Hold a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment.
• Ability to do physical labor.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, to communicate to employees/management/visitors.
• Ability to participate in required overnight travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with OSHA and U.S. Coast Guard regulations is a plus.
• Heavy equipment operating and welding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydraulic suction dredge to extract sand and gravel from the river bottom.
• Perform all aspects of operation; continuously monitor gauges and controls, raise and lower suction ladder, adjust anchor winches for dredge positioning in the river, slack back barges as they are filled, etc.
• Assist tow boat crew when switching barges out at the dredge.
• Perform daily safety inspections to verify systems are safe to operate.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections; report mechanical or maintenance issues, repair identified deficiencies; assist with scheduling repairs for deficiencies that require vendor assistance, lubricate equipment.
• Provide directions to dredge deckhand for daily job duties.
• Communicate with the dredging crew supervisor, towboat pilots, and crew members.
• Fill out production reports, equipment safety inspections, equipment maintenance records, requisition for supplies, and employee timekeeping.
• Ensure the dredge is operated safely and is properly secured and fleeted for continuously changing river conditions.
• Perform dredging within authorized boundaries per regulatory permits.
• Ensure that products meet applicable quality standards and specifications.
• Working closely with the QC department.
• Maintain continuous awareness of surroundings, changing weather conditions, and changing river conditions.
• Maintain equipment in good condition and appearance.
• Operate a john boat to get to/from the dock to dredge.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position.
• We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance, and short and long-term disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED