Operator-Loader
Summary
Description
Job Summary:
Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to push up aggregate stockpiles, stock bins, and feed the plant cold feeds. Perform other manual labor as assigned. This hourly, non-exempt position will work with direct and indirect supervision.
Essential Functions:
* Safely and proficiently operate plant loader.
* Ensure bins are kept well-stocked and correctly prioritized.
* Perform preventative maintenance on loader (check for leaks, fuel, lubricate, etc.).
* Perform daily plant inspections and maintenance of asphalt plant.
* Identify mechanical malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
* Provide assistance and support for the maintenance of the asphalt plant.
* Perform other manual labor as assigned.
* Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
* Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
* Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
Knowledge of:
* Heavy construction equipment operation.
* Asphalt plant (batch and drum operations) safety, operations and equipment.
Ability to:
* Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
* Recognize operation conditions such as segregated stock piles, moisture problems, contamination, etc.
Qualifications:
* Must be able to operate welder and cutting torch.
Education:
* High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
* Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation or related field preferred.
Experience:
* Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
Required Training:
* MSHA ART/NM/ENM (if applicable)
* CPR/First Aid (if applicable)
* Skid Steer
* JLG
* Forklift
* Tele Handler
* 8 Hour Arc Flash
* Bearing, Gear Box, Welding, and Torch Training
* Screen Bearings
* Rigging/Hooking/Lifting
* Production and Efficiency Mobile Equipment Training
* Annual Asphalt Kickoff Safety Training
Physical Requirements:
* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
* Frequently (34-66%)- Ability to physically climb in and out of equipment safely and operate levers or pedals to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of control mechanisms.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to physically climb to top of silos and perform work.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to shovel.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.
This is a safety-sensitive position.
This opening is closed and is no longer accepting applications