Heavy Equipment Operator (Days) | North Austin Quarry, Georgetown, TX

Martin Marietta•Georgetown, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the immediate direction of supervisor, the Equipment Operator safely operates plant mobile heavy equipment to include haul truck and water truck (potentially other heavy equipment) to bring raw materials from pit to plant in a safe and efficient manner at maximum loading capacity. Other plant operation duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, possible weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed
Must be able to read equipment operating manual
Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report
Must be able to communicate over CB radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment
Possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports
Must be able to wear all required safety equipment
Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner
Must be able to read and interpret gauges
Proven ability to work in a TEAM environment
Must be able to work irregular shifts and work days/nights and weekends
Must be able to wear all required safety equipment
Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distances up to 150 feet
Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service
Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel in limited space in cab of vehicle
Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day
Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment
Capable of lifting up to 50 lb.
Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions
Must be able to work at various heights

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of heavy construction equipment
1+ years’ experience operating heavy mobile equipment preferred

Responsibilities

Must be able to or willing to learn to operate all other mobile equipment, including: haul truck, Excavator, motor grader, sweeper, water truck, Bobcat, and loader
Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with training and manufacturer’s instruction
Perform pre-shift safety inspection on the vehicle systems, equipment and accessories
Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment
Report needed repairs to supervision
Ensure cargo is properly loaded according to safety requirements
Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment
Assist in plant maintenance and repairs
Assist with operation of other equipment as needed
Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations
Perform duties with minimum supervision