SA Loader Operator 4195384 09/02/26

Lone Star Paving•San Antonio, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Asphalt Heavy Equipment Front End Loader Operator is an integral part of the asphalt team that works with the crew foreman with primary responsibilities of operating a front-end loader distributing essential components for paving function. The ideal candidate is familiar with paving machines of different types and has a thorough understanding of asphalt paving operations.

Requirements

2-3 years' experience within the asphalt industry
1-2 years' experience of operating paving equipment
Must be organized with a detail-oriented mindset.
Must be positive, friendly, and professional.
Ability to work well with others in a group or one-on-one setting.
Promote, execute and adhere to the company's safety policy, and encourage all employees, subcontractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture.
Work in a safe, responsible manner to not intentionally or unintentionally injure oneself, or endanger the wellbeing of others.
Promote a team approach and maintain dialogue with all employees to exchange information and gather ideas.
Collaborate with any project teams on other special initiatives, as required.
Working knowledge of asphalt production and associated equipment, and an understanding of operations and safety requirements is required.
Familiarity with OSHA regulations
Must demonstrate coordination of function and possess the strength required to use all controls of the equipment on heavy equipment safely.
Ability to remain stationary in the seat or operating area of the equipment for prolonged periods.

Nice To Haves

Heavy equipment experience is a plus.
High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Run, maneuver, and drive the front-end loader.
Inspect equipment before operating to make sure it is in good working order and ready for the day, including post shift inspection for the same.
Practice awareness of others working alongside the machines, and exercise safety practices at all times.
Perform general laborer duties associated with asphalt paving, patching, or prep crews.
Leave the machine as required by foreman and job perimeters to help shovel, rake, and handle other tools and equipment.
Clean and organize equipment to company standards prior to concluding a shift.
May be called upon to run power tools.
Demonstrate coordination of function and possess the strength required to use all controls of the equipment on heavy equipment safely.
Remain stationary in the seat or operating area of the equipment for prolonged periods.
Signal operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
Assist in the placement, moving, and dismantling of signs, barricades, cones and other traffic control devices as needed.
Diagnose issues with equipment.
Interact with other workers on the jobsite.
Perform other duties as requested and assigned.