Loader Operator

Amrize•Broomfield, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Loader Operator operates a straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with a front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas. This role will function as a Plant Feeder Operator and may include maintenance and housekeeping of the feeder and plant area as needed.

Requirements

12 months of loader operator experience with 980M/982M loaders
Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge and skills.
Proven safety record.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
High school / GED

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience preferred working in or around heavy equipment, construction, or paving.
Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.

Responsibilities

Operates loader by starting the engine, shifting gears, pressing pedals, and turning the steering wheel.
Moves levers to lower and tilt the bucket, drives the front-end loader forward to force the bucket into bulk material.
Moves levers to raise and tilt the bucket when filled, drives the vehicle to the work site, and moves levers to dump material.
Performs assignments outlined by supervisors and follows standard procedures.
Performs routine maintenance on the loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
Maintains effective communication with supervisors and customers.
Performs Pre-Shift Inspections: Inspects the batch plant to ensure a smooth start-up for the day.
On a daily basis, inspects gates for proper functionality, all drive belts and conveyor belts, and all trough and return rollers.
Responsible for batch plant clean up and properly storing and securing all tools and equipment after use.
Daily inspection of the Water/Boiler System and air systems. Follows proper start-up and shutdown procedures.
On a weekly basis, maintains cleanliness of the site by vacuuming the batch plant office floor, emptying all trash cans in the office, and cleaning bathrooms in the plant office.
Ensures on a weekly basis that all areas of the plant are greased and equipped to accept grease.
Inspects all bearings on the batch plant.
On a monthly basis, inspects the Dust Collector to ensure it is in proper operating condition.
On a quarterly basis, checks oil in all gear boxes and checks all drive belts associated with the gear box.
Partakes in annual oil change and updates all drive belts associated with the gear box.
Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.
Promotes a culture of safety and exhibits these behaviors.
Adheres to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators.
Ensures clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face if required to wear a respirator, to pass qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

Benefits

Competitive salary
401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
Holistic Health & Well-being programs
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
Paid time off & paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
Educational Assistance Program
Dress for your day