Loader Operator

Southern Concrete Materials•Bryson City, NC

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Safely and efficiently operate mobile equipment in the production of ready-mix concrete and concrete building materials. Inspect, service, and clean equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Qualified to operate forklift and/or cuber.
In addition to the forklift and cuber, is qualified to operate the block machine and/or front-end loader.
Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record required.
Must have sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of somewhat technical nature relating to products and vehicles.
Must have excellent defensive driving skills and the ability to maintain satisfactory customer and public relations in performance of duties.
Must have the ability to clean all areas of equipment.
Must be willing to work varying shifts and must be punctual in adhering to established start times.
Must have ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Three (3) to five (5) years experience in operating of various types of fixed and mobile equipment.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate diesel gasoline, liquefied gas or electric-powered industrial truck equipped with a front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop and/or lifting devices such as forks, boom, scoop, lift beam, swivel hook, fork-grapple, clamps, elevating platform or trailer hitch.
Use equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier or transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, feed conveyors, hoppers or chutes, and load trucks or railcars.
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
Ensures equipment is safely and mechanically sound and maintains cleanliness to Company standards.
Maintain compliance with all environmental, health, safety & training policies, procedures, and requirements.
Perform pre-trip vehicle safety inspection and report vehicle condition at beginning and end of shift.
Check all vehicle fluid levels daily and add fluids if necessary.
Fuel vehicle as needed.
Clean outside of vehicle to ensure absence of concrete build-up throughout each shift.
May assist mechanics in vehicle repair.
Maintain daily reports as required by Company regulations.
Assist in maintenance and upkeep of yard, plant, and office.
Perform other duties as instructed by supervisor.