Equipment Operator/ Laborer

Heritage Construction + Materials•Francesville, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Equipment Operator/Laborer, you will have responsibility for maintaining production, maintenance, quality, and safety within the Aggregates' Operations function, including but not limited to, operating heavy equipment, such as Front-End Loaders, Haul Trucks, Skid Steers, etc. This role involves operating, servicing, and maintaining various heavy equipment to keep the plant clean and in production. You will also be responsible for fueling, oiling, and greasing equipment, understanding safety manuals, and performing pre-shift and end-of-shift checks. The position requires accurate record-keeping, participation in training, and adherence to all safety policies and procedures. Additionally, you will recommend operational improvements, abide by yard rules and PPE requirements, and complete all required paperwork and procedures related to product transfers, quality assurance, safety, and operations. Continuous growth in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills is also expected.

Requirements

High School or Equivalent
Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule
Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math
Working knowledge of US Aggregates Safety and Operating principles
Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping, and daily inventory
Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management, or customer
Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned
Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, weekends
Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Must possess and exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently to get things done

Nice To Haves

Strong welding, torching, and maintenance skills preferred

Responsibilities

Operate, service, and maintain various heavy equipment including front-end loaders, off road dump trucks, skid steer, man-lift, fuel truck and water truck in order to keep plant clean and in production
Responsible for fueling, oiling, greasing equipment as well as understanding the equipment's safety manual
Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment
Report orally and in writing to as required and maintain accurate records (i.e. activity reports, inventory reports, maintenance logs, etc.) as directed
Participate in general training, job specific training and hazardous materials training as required; successfully complete written examinations as required
Understand and follow all policies, procedures, and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment, including rules governing safety around railroad tracks and equipment
Keep facilities and equipment clean and maintained
Recommend changes to the operation which may produce safer work processes, savings and efficiencies
Abiding by yard rules, safety regulations and PPE requirements
Accurately completing all required paperwork
Abide by terminals processes and procedures relating to product transfers, quality assurance, safety, and operations
Complete required training and certifications necessary to perform duties safely and effectively
Other duties as assigned
Continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.