Loader Operator

Blythe Construction • Yadkinville, NC

75d

About The Position

The Loader Operator is responsible for inspecting equipment and machinery for safe operation and maintenance needs. This role involves operating various heavy equipment, including dozers, scrapers, loaders, excavators, tractors, front loaders, and back hoes, to excavate, move, and grade earth. The operator will interact with construction laborers and crew members to ensure alignment and movement of equipment to meet grade specifications for construction projects. Additionally, the operator will control air and water output of compressors and pumps, and adjust machinery controls to drive and manage attachments.

Requirements

• Demonstrable previous experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to understand work directions and communicate effectively with supervisors and fellow employees.
• Understanding of signals used to communicate with construction machinery operators.
• Three (3) years or more of industry-related experience, with emphasis on roads, highways, and bridges.
• Experience running a 950 size loader or larger with shot rock material in proximity to steep slopes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect equipment/machinery for safe day-to-day operation and maintenance needs.
• Operate various heavy equipment such as dozers, scrapers, loaders, excavators, tractors, front loaders, and back hoes.
• Interact with construction general laborers and crew members to facilitate equipment alignment and movement.
• Turn valves to control air and water output of compressors and pumps.
• Adjust control wheels, handles, and pedals to drive machinery and control attachments.

Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees