SlsYrd/Stckpile LoaderOper

Vulcan Materials Company • Williamson, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Yard/Stockpile Loader Operator operates machinery to load and unload materials in a sales yard or stockpile area. The role uses equipment such as front-end loaders, forklifts, and other heavy machinery to move materials, maintain organized and accessible stockpiles, and support customer needs or further processing. The operator may also perform routine equipment maintenance and other assigned tasks.

The position includes basic loading and stockpile-building work under direct supervision, developing equipment-operating skills and safety awareness in a high-traffic environment. The operator performs inspections, loads trucks, feeds processing plants, moves materials, and coordinates with plant operators, truck drivers, maintenance teams, and other colleagues to support safe and efficient production and material flow.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1–4 years of experience operating a front-end loader in a stockpile environment.
• Proven experience operating a front-end loader and the ability to operate heavy machinery safely and efficiently in a high-traffic area.
• Demonstrated proficiency in loader operation and safety practices, including the ability to maneuver equipment accurately and handle attachments.
• Understanding of stockpile management, material properties, and quality control procedures.
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment inspections and maintenance checks, including identifying potential malfunctions and reporting them.
• Ability to load materials onto trucks, conveyors, and other transport vehicles while maintaining load stability and distribution, and to estimate weights and volumes.
• Ability to assess loading challenges, make decisions in response to unexpected situations, and adapt to changing work conditions.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision after the daily plan is communicated and adapt to changing conditions at the pit floor and working face.
• Ability to climb ladders while maintaining three points of contact, sit for extended periods, and operate controls precisely.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and MSHA regulations.
• Ability to follow PPE requirements and report safety concerns, incidents, and equipment malfunctions promptly.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader to load trucks, feed processing plants, and move materials within the stockpile area.
• Perform loading and stockpile-building tasks while maintaining safe and efficient equipment operation in high-traffic areas.
• Load trucks accurately, ensuring proper weight distribution and minimizing spillage.
• Conduct pre- and post-operation loader inspections and report maintenance needs, safety concerns, and equipment malfunctions.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and assist with cleanup tasks.
• Maintain and organize materials in the yard or stockpile area so they are accessible for customers or further processing.
• Work with plant operators, truck drivers, maintenance teams, and other team members to support production and material flow.
• Follow safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, and maintain situational awareness around truck traffic and mobile equipment.
• Follow environmental regulations related to dust control, material handling, and stockpile management.
• Complete log sheets, work orders, and other documentation to maintain accurate material records as required.
• May assist in training and mentoring less experienced operators and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED