Heavy Equipment Operator (Travel Required)
About The Position
In 1979, Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Inc. began with a paving and maintenance operation and a dedication to service. Today the organization operates several lines of business that can cover all areas of need in a construction project. The Bettis Group of Companies today include Bettis Asphalt & Construction, Inc., Mid-States Materials, LLC, Capital Trucking, LLC, Bettis Contractors, Inc., Bettis Fabrication, Capital Crane, LLC, Capital Ready-Mix, LLC, Heartland Rail Services, Koss Construction Company, Midwest Pavement Grinding, LLC, and PCI Mechanical Services. From rock to road, construction to cranes, our ability to handle a complete job ensures both the best price and the best quality. Bettis Companies hires the industry’s top professionals. Our crews are comprised of individuals who share the same commitment to quality, service, safety, and family. At Bettis, we self-perform the majority of tasks, maintaining strict safety and quality control. Our client list grows steadily because we understand the importance of developing long-term relationships built on trust, performance, and reliability. See the Bettis Companies in action here . The Loader Operator position will begin in Odessa, NE, and require extended travel and work throughout the Midwest (e.g. Oklahoma, Kansas, Arkansas, Nebraska, etc.). $22.75+/hour BOE Per Diem Benefits Loader Operator Job Summary The Loader Operator will be responsible for moving, loading, and handling materials with the use of heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, backhoes, excavators and front-end loaders and/or other large machinery to lift, haul, push, roll, load and move aggregate related material. Knowledge of the practices and techniques applied to the safe operation of heavy equipment, to include recordkeeping of operations. Must be able to operate construction equipment. Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to lift/move up to 50 lbs. This position will be required to travel with our portable asphalt plants. Excellent Benefits & Incentives!! Highly Competitive Pay Paid Time Off (PTO) - Personal, Vacation, Holidays Employee Bonus Program Opportunities: Annual Incentive, Referral, Profit-Sharing Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Wellness Program Life Insurance, Disability, and Retirement Options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) On the Job Training with a Strong Emphasis on Safety Stable Company with Strong Growth A Culture that Values Professional Growth, Development, and Internal Promotion
Requirements
- Over 18 years of age
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Complete and pass pre-employment testing, including a drug screen and physical
- High school education or GED equivalent
- Travel is required
Responsibilities
- Ensure safe operation of asphalt plant and safety of asphalt plant employees
- Operate heavy equipment such as trucks, screeds, rollers, pavers, paving finishing machines, paving curbing machines and front end loaders to apply asphalt products according to job specifications
- May operate trucks to transport equipment to and from production sites as required and assist in the maintenance of all equipment
- Inspect, clean and maintain equipment and machinery
- Responsible for reporting problems and malfunction equipment and/or machinery to supervisor and/or shop personnel
- May set up and tear down equipment
- Maintain a clean job site; pick up all tools and equipment and secure job site each day
- Coordinate and work with contractors, sub-contractors and vendors to complete job
- Use equipment and/or an assortment of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, wheelbarrow, etc.
- Perform all other general laborer work as needed
- Other related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Highly Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - Personal, Vacation, Holidays
- Employee Bonus Program Opportunities: Annual Incentive, Referral, Profit-Sharing
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Employee Wellness Program
- Life Insurance, Disability, and Retirement Options
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- On the Job Training with a Strong Emphasis on Safety
- Stable Company with Strong Growth
- A Culture that Values Professional Growth, Development, and Internal Promotion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
