Loader Operator

Vulcan Materials • Dayton, TN

74d

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

Requirements

• 2 years experience operating loaders and dozers in a plant environment preferred.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of the equipment's capabilities and specifications of different finished materials.
• Recognize various products by sight and understand proper plant operation.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations.
• Hazard recognition skills.
• Must be able to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands.
• Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions and tolerate being exposed to loud noises.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Champion Safety by prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards.
• Operate mobile equipment loaders to load aggregates for processing, feed the plant, and safely load customers' trucks with desired specification product within legal load limits.
• Maintain an adequate feed of materials and maintain stockpiles, visually inspecting materials for compliance with specifications.
• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurately complete daily mobile equipment reports.
• Observe the plant and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required.
• Clean yard and plant areas and participate in maintenance, repair, and general plant housekeeping activities.
• Monitor the plant and operations and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required to ensure safety.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
• Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• Development programs to help employees meet their goals.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees