Loader Operator

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this job is to safely operate a frontend loader at aggregate operations in customer loadout and/or pit production.

EXPECTED RESULTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

• Watch for oversize material or contamination in finished product piles.
• Load customer trucks with the correct material in the correct quantities.
• If in the pit, load raw material from the pit into the hopper at the desired production rate.
• Perform routine maintenance including machine cleanliness, daily service inspection, fueling, greasing, etc. Additional maintenance activities as required
• Help maintain a hazard free work environment by assisting in housekeeping and maintenance duties
• Includes cleanliness and upkeep of yard area
• Follow all safety policies, including MSHA and company regulations.
• Report safety hazards and create safety first culture
• Participate in safety meetings
• Other duties as assigned

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The primary areas of responsibility include:

• Plant Safety
• Operating Equipment
• Light Equipment Maintenance

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work 12 hour shifts and weekends if needed.
• Self motivated and able to work effectively in small teams
• Basic mechanical aptitude and math skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Related industry experience a plus
• Experience operating heavy equipment in a plant environment preferred
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

• Only as needed

Rate

• $24.50/hr and up

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly outside and exposed to various weather conditions including hot/cold temperatures and rain/snow conditions.
• Employee constantly sits, utilizes manual dexterity, uses fine motor skills, gross motor skills, eye/hand coordination, near/far vision and requires active hearing/listening.
• Employee occasionally stands, walks, climbs, crawls, kneels, bends, reaches, lifts to 50 lbs, carries up to 50 lbs, pushes and pulls.
• Employee is regularly exposed to loud noises, heavy machinery, moving equipment, oil, debris, solvents, smokes, gasses, fumes, and aggregate materials.
• Required PPE includes safety shoes above ankles, safety vests, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hats.

Posted: 5/12/25

Expires: 6/13/25

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