Heavy Equipment Operator

PF Holdings • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a loader and other heavy equipment. The role primarily operates loaders fitted with front-mounted, hydraulically powered buckets to transport aggregate or other materials, feed hoppers or chutes, and stockpile aggregates. Work is performed in a plant environment and mostly outdoors, with exposure to inclement weather. The operator may work independently and as part of a team, and may train new employees in safe and efficient loader operation. The job description describes the general nature of the work and may change as employer needs change. Essential functions may be evaluated and reasonable accommodations made when possible for an employee or applicant with a disability as defined by the ADA.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Class C driver license.
• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Regular ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 75 pounds or more.
• Frequently walk on uneven ground.
• Use hands and arms to handle, install, position, and move materials and manipulate objects.
• Ability to wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and hard hats, when needed.
• Regularly sit or stand, reach, and move about the facility.
• Demonstrate integrity, honesty, a strong work ethic, dependability, reliability, and fulfillment of responsibilities.
• Handle confidential information sensitively.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of experience operating a loader (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operate the loader and other heavy equipment safely and appropriately.
• Perform daily equipment maintenance and safety checks.
• Follow supervisors’ directions regarding the required work area.
• Use loader controls to position the bucket, collect bulk material, raise or tilt the bucket, and dump material.
• Understand issues involving ground disturbance.
• Clean and maintain the loader routinely to support smooth operation.
• Train new employees in safe and efficient loader operation.
• Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Work safely and responsibly to avoid injury to oneself or endangerment of others.
• Operate other heavy equipment and perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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