Loader Operator

H&K Group•Bethlehem, PA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Rahns Construction Materials, Inc. is looking for the ideal Plant Operator to provide smooth operator of plant equipment. The ideal candidate is organized, self-motivated, professional, and experienced with plant operation and maintenance. Experience with a 320 Wheel loader is preferred but training is available for a conscientious, safety minded individual willing to learn. Must be willing to do outside labor tasks at our plant locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (such as the GED) OR one month of related experience and/or training
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
Basic mechanical abilities
Verbal and written communication skills
Leadership and teamwork skills
Self-motivated and organized
Safety-focused
Ability to fit test & utilize appropriate PPE as needed
Ability to meet physical requirements (movement, lifting, as relevant to job)

Nice To Haves

3+ months of related experience and/or training
Experience with equipment maintenance
Experience with loader operations
Experience with Q329 caterpillar trackhoe and LT105 portable crusher
MSHA or other relevant safety certifications

Responsibilities

Follows company safety policies and OSHA policies.
Perform pre and post trip of equipment every day and fill out daily inspection sheets.
Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel/moves joysticks to operate loader.
Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front end loader forward to force bucket into finished product.
Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled and dumps material into plant bins or dump trucks.
Provide excellent support to our batch plant manager, while performing all outside duties at our plant location.
Maintains haul roads that are smooth and safe.
Keep stockpiles properly pushed up and maintained.
Ensure product is consistent and loaded into the correct bins.
Performs routine maintenance on loader and plant apparatus, such as lubricating and cleaning.
Perform all work following company policies and procedures.