Quarry Equipment Operator/ Haul Truck Driver/ Laborer

Scotty's Contracting and Stone • Leitchfield, KY

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About The Position

Scotty's Contracting and Stone is hiring a Quarry Haul Truck Driver for a long-term career opportunity. The role focuses on safely operating quarry heavy equipment to transport materials from the pit to the plant or stockpiles, while maintaining equipment and following company policies and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations. Work is primarily outdoors and may involve underground environments, varied weather, and an active quarry operation. The position requires flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and early shifts as needed, as well as meeting the stated physical requirements for climbing, working at heights, maintaining balance, lifting, and communicating safety information.

Full-time employees are eligible for company benefits including paid holidays and vacation, medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance and long-term disability, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement benefit. The ESOP provides retirement through profit sharing.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety protocols.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and early shifts as required.
• Ability to work in outdoor and underground environments under various weather conditions.
• Must pass a drug screening and comply with the company’s Substance-Free Workplace Policy.
• At least 1 year of experience operating haul trucks or similar heavy equipment, such as articulated or rigid-frame trucks.
• Familiarity with quarry equipment including crushers, conveyors, screens, and scales.
• Previous experience working in a quarry environment.
• Ability to safely climb in and out of equipment more than 10 feet off the ground on uneven terrain multiple times daily.
• Ability to climb and work safely at heights exceeding 10 feet.
• Ability to maintain stability while standing and walking on potentially slick or uneven surfaces, sometimes while carrying equipment or materials.
• Corrected vision of 20/40 to see moving safety hazards, equipment, vehicles, and obstructions.
• Corrected hearing sufficient to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions.
• Ability to transition between sitting, standing, and kneeling as required.
• Ability to lift and maneuver awkward parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to adapt to changing environmental factors and the demands of an active quarry operation.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and uphold strict safety standards.
• Demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently.
• Safely operate quarry heavy equipment to transport materials from the pit to the plant or stockpiles.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-operation inspections and report findings in compliance with policies.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor equipment repairs as needed.
• Operate equipment with a high level of skill, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Adhere to company policies and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) regulations.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and dispatch.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and vacation
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid long-term disability
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement plan, with retirement through profit sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed