Equipment Operator/Laborer

Heritage Construction + Materials•Portland, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator/Laborer maintains production, maintenance, safety, quality, and housekeeping within U.S. Aggregates' plant operations. The role operates and services heavy equipment to keep the plant clean and running efficiently and works as part of a team-oriented operations crew to support a safe and productive work environment.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance and sustain a high level of performance across assigned responsibilities.
Ability to follow written and verbal directions, complete tasks on schedule, and comply with company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and apply basic math to job tasks, documentation, and inventory tracking.
Working knowledge of U.S. Aggregates safety and operating principles, and ability to participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and team communications.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, take direction, and follow work rules.
Ability to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in equipment operations, recordkeeping, and compliance activities.
Ability to stand or walk continuously on level or uneven ground for extended periods.
Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairways, and incline catwalks and work safely at elevated heights as required.
Ability to bend, crouch, or kneel at the waist or knees.
Ability to lift, push, pull, shovel, or carry materials and equipment weighing at least 50 pounds.
Must wear required personal protective equipment and comply with site safety standards at all times.
Ability to work outside the majority of the time and withstand hot, cold, wet, humid, and windy conditions.

Nice To Haves

Skill in welding, torching, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

Operate, service, and maintain heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, off-road dump trucks, skid steers, man-lifts, fuel trucks, and water trucks.
Fuel, oil, and grease equipment according to maintenance schedules, and review equipment safety manuals and operational requirements.
Perform pre-shift and end-of-shift equipment checks, report deficiencies promptly, and conduct maintenance as needed.
Maintain accurate activity reports, inventory reports, maintenance logs, and other required paperwork.
Participate in general, job-specific, and hazardous materials training, and complete required examinations and certifications.
Perform plant rounds to inspect, monitor, troubleshoot, performance-test, and document plant processes.
Operate and adjust plant pumps, motors, feeders, and other equipment to maintain appropriate operating conditions.
Maintain clean, orderly, and safe facilities and equipment through housekeeping, cleaning, shoveling, sweeping, assigned maintenance, and repairs.
Recommend operational changes that could improve safety, reduce costs, or increase efficiency.
Troubleshoot and repair crushing, screening, and conveying equipment to minimize downtime and maintain production throughput.
Immediately report hazards, near misses, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions according to established procedures.
Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training, and maintain current certifications and compliance documentation.
Follow company safety policies, yard rules, safety regulations, PPE requirements, and MSHA regulations governing mining operations.
Perform other assigned duties and continue developing in alignment with the Company's core values, competencies, and skills.