Utility Specialist/Loader Operator

Job Summary

The Utility Specialist Loader Operator is responsible for maintaining the ready-mix plant and performing other general duties as needed. This individual will operate equipment commonly found necessary for the proper maintenance of a ready-mix plant. Equipment operated will include a loader, skid steer, water truck, man lift, forklift, etc. Training received will also cover back-up batch activities and plant maintenance. The daily responsibilities may not be site-specific. All duties are to be performed while exhibiting and championing safe work and environmental compliance practices for the incumbent as well as co-workers.

Benefits

This is a Union position with Operating Engineers Local 3 with a contractual benefits package.

Compensation

$55.15 / hr.

Responsibilities

- Responsible for the day-to-day plant clean-up and maintenance including manual labor, heavy lifting, shoveling, lubrication of plant components, and minor plant adjustments

- Perform other tasks associated with the production of concrete products as assigned

- Load, unload, and move material

- Operate a range of loaders including skip loader, front loader, man lift, and forklift

- Demonstrate safe and efficient operation of equipment

- Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency

- Perform daily plant and equipment inspections

- Operate and/or assist workers engaged in operating machinery and equipment used in the production process

- Work with plant management to identify potential and existing problems

- Ensure a safe work environment; immediately report any unsafe conditions, accidents, or incidents to the supervisor

- Ensure compliance with all federal, health, safety, and environmental legislation/regulations

- Comply with company policies, procedures, and work rules

- Perform pre-operational/post-operational checks of equipment to ensure equipment can be operated safely

- Perform plant maintenance activities and other duties as directed

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

- Ability to work safely and properly follow all company policies

- Understand the knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibility

- Ability to be self-directed, with minimal supervision

- Must be able to use proper Personal Protective Equipment as required

- Physical requirements:

Sit, stand, stoop, and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)

- Climb on equipment, stairs, and ladder as high as 400 feet in elevation

- Walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground) and crawl under and into enclosed spaces

- Ability to lift and or move up to 50-75 lbs. repeatedly and climb stairs and ladders up to 24 feet

- Ability to see and hear safety indicators and warnings and will have exposure to all levels of noise, requiring hearing protection

- Must work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry, and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln

- Experience operating loaders, man lifts, and forklifts

- Experience operating equipment outside in all weather conditions

- Ability to work under pressure

- Reliable transportation

- Trustworthy and excellent attendance record

- Overtime is required as needed which may include some weekend work; night work will be required

- Please note: Exposure to cement, clay, limestone, and various chemicals

Preferred:

- Familiarity with MSHA regulations

- Preferred knowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement

- Strong computer skills

- Maintenance-related certifications

- Commercial driver's license

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.