Yard Operator

Aero Aggregates Of North America LL • Eddystone, PA

7d

About The Position

The Yard Operator safely and efficiently performs daily yard and material-handling activities. The role operates mobile equipment, moves and stages materials, assists with loading and unloading, maintains housekeeping, and reports equipment or operational concerns to the appropriate supervisor. The Yard Operator works as part of the operations team and has no supervisory, management, or employee leadership responsibilities.

The position requires following company health and safety policies, established operating and material-handling procedures, and required PPE practices. The Yard Operator conducts routine equipment checks, completes required documentation, communicates with supervisors and teammates, and performs other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with basic tools and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate mobile equipment and other machinery after appropriate training.
• Strong attention to safety and detail.
• Ability to recognize and report equipment or operational issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.
• Ability to handle a physical workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work in dust and noise and around equipment with higher-than-ambient temperatures, as well as outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds; stand, walk, crawl, bend, and climb ladders for extended periods; operate equipment safely; and wear required PPE for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in plant, yard, industrial, manufacturing, or other related operations.
• Experience operating heavy equipment, loaders, forklifts, or similar equipment.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform work and adhere to company policies related to the Health and Safety program.
• Operate wheel loaders, forklifts, clamp trucks, tippers, and other mobile equipment safely and efficiently after appropriate training.
• Move, load, unload, stage, and store materials throughout the yard according to established procedures and supervisory direction.
• Monitor equipment during operation and follow established equipment operating guidelines.
• Conduct routine checks of assigned equipment and report equipment issues, maintenance needs, unsafe conditions, or operational concerns to supervision.
• Assist with truck loading and unloading and remain aware of truck and mobile equipment traffic in designated yard areas.
• Maintain proper housekeeping in assigned yard and work areas, keeping areas clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards.
• Follow established material-handling, traffic, operating, and safety procedures.
• Use required personal protective equipment and maintain safe work practices.
• Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding work activities, equipment conditions, material movement, and operational concerns.
• Complete required logs, records, equipment checks, and other documentation accurately and routinely.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits, with Aero Aggregates paying 80% of the employee premium cost and 50% of dependent premium costs.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Life, spousal, and child insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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