Heavy Equipment Operator

VCNA•Manteno, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Prairie Materials, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA), is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator. As a global building materials and sustainability solutions leader, VCNA is committed to making a positive impact and transforming the world. The company fosters a culture of solid partnerships, long-lasting relationships, and opportunities for growth within a diverse and dynamic environment. With offerings in cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates, VCNA contributes to the construction of essential infrastructure and buildings across the Canadian and U.S. Great Lakes region and the Northeast United States. The company values excellence, innovation, and a sustainable future.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Must be able to read equipment operating manual.
Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report.
Must be able to communicate in English on radio or CB.
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 have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls.
Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distance up to 150 feet.
Must be able to limb on and off equipment to operate and service.
Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment.
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day.
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

3-5 years' experience operating heavy mobile equipment.
Experience with wheel loader.
Experience loading customer trucks.

Responsibilities

Safely operate plant mobile heavy equipment including yard loader, excavator, water truck, 40-ton haul truck, etc.
Learn to operate all other mobile equipment, including: yard loader, excavator, water truck, loader, haul truck and crane.
Assist in plant repairs and clean-up.
Perform pre-shift safety inspection on equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment. Report need repairs to shop personnel.
Maintain good housekeeping of equipment.
Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations.
Perform duties with minimum supervision.