Equipment Operator/Laborer

Heritage Construction + Materials • Portland, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Operator/Laborer supports production, maintenance, safety, quality, and housekeeping within US Aggregates plant operations. Working as part of an operations crew, this role operates and services heavy equipment and helps keep the plant clean, safe, and running efficiently. The position also performs plant rounds, monitors and adjusts processes and equipment, completes inspections and documentation, and helps maintain production throughput while following company policies and applicable mining safety regulations.

The work is performed primarily outdoors and involves extended standing or walking on level and uneven ground, climbing ladders and stairways, working at elevated heights, and bending, crouching, or kneeling. The role requires lifting, pushing, pulling, shoveling, or carrying materials and equipment weighing at least 50 pounds. Required PPE and site safety standards must be followed at all times, including while working in extreme hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to maintain regular, dependable attendance and 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 use basic math for job tasks, documentation, and inventory tracking.
• Working knowledge of US 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 operation, recordkeeping, and compliance.
• Ability to stand or walk continuously on level or uneven ground for extended periods; climb ladders, stairways, and incline catwalks; work safely at heights; and bend, crouch, or kneel.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, shovel, or carry materials and equipment weighing at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE, comply with site safety standards, work outdoors most of the time, and withstand extreme weather 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 understand equipment safety manuals and operating requirements.
• Complete pre-shift and end-of-shift equipment checks, report deficiencies promptly, and perform maintenance as necessary.
• Maintain accurate activity, inventory, and maintenance records and complete required paperwork on time.
• 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, including shoveling, sweeping, cleaning, 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 using established reporting procedures.
• Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and required training, and maintain current certifications and compliance documentation.
• Follow company safety policies, yard rules, PPE requirements, and MSHA regulations governing mining operations.
• Perform additional assigned duties and continue developing in alignment with company values, competencies, and skills.

What This Job Offers

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