Operator Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Positive, team-based attitude.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, and climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
• Ability to work in varied outdoor environments, including cold, hot, dry, dusty, and rainy conditions.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience working on heavy mobile equipment in a mining environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition.
• Comply with industry safety rules, procedures, and applicable government regulations.
• Operate at least two types of mobile equipment, such as a haul truck, farm tractor, water truck, rubber tire backhoe, or front loader.
• Operate equipment in the quarry and haul material from the mine pit to stockpiles, the plant, or the hopper.
• Perform pre-shift walk-around safety inspections and workplace inspections, including checking the loader’s maintenance and cleanliness.
• Identify and report safety concerns and unsafe conditions to the Supervisor, including near misses and opportunities to improve safety.
• Communicate with load and unload areas; haul materials safely to designated areas, maintain safe speeds, and observe plant traffic controls.
• Operate a front-end loader to load customer trucks efficiently and accurately and maintain stockpiles as needed, day or night.
• Maintain an effective communication system with supervisors and customers served.
• Work as a ground man and assist with maintenance when not operating the front-end loader.
• Conduct winter maintenance of the asphalt plant during the winter season.
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, based on eligibility.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• 11 paid company holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee discount programs.
• Professional training and development programs.
• Career advancement opportunities; the company likes to promote from within.