Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader

Vulcan Materials Company•Kernersville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. Joining Vulcan means more than starting an exciting career; it means making a difference for millions of people every day across the country. Vulcan fosters a dynamic culture that encourages career development, rewards excellence, and values diversity. Every team member lives by the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in operating loaders and dozers in a plant environment.
Must have a solid knowledge and understanding of the capabilities of the equipment and specifications of different finished materials.
Must have the ability to recognize various products by sight and understand proper plant operation.
Must have a solid knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations.
Must have hazard recognition skills.
Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
Must have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Must have good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Must respond to inquiries promptly and follow through to address issues.

Responsibilities

Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards. Follow established traffic patterns, avoiding hazardous conditions and immediately reporting any unsafe conditions.
Operate mobile equipment loaders to load aggregates for processing, feed the plant, and safely load customers’ trucks with desired specification product within legal load limits.
Operate a loader to strip and prep the site for mining and to push material closer to the feeder for processing.
Maintain an adequate feed of materials and maintain stockpiles.
Visually inspect materials for compliance with specifications.
Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurately completes daily mobile equipment reports.
Observe the plant and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required.
Clean yard and plant areas.
Participate in maintenance, repair, and general plant housekeeping activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.