Loader Operator

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Staker Parson Companies, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be the preferred source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.
Position Overview
The Loader Operator moves, loads and handles materials within the asphalt plant area with the use of heavy equipment to lift, haul, push, roll, load and move aggregate and aggregate related materials.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Operator heavy equipment to excavate, move, load and grade earth, rock, gravel or other materials in a safe manner.
Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate and refill equipment.
Assist Plant Manager in coordinating materials handling and equipment usage.
Knowledge of the use and capabilities of heavy equipment and machinery used in maintenance and construction tasks.
Knowledge of both traffic and safety rules.
Knowledge of the practices and techniques applied to the safe operation of heavy equipment.
Ability to keep records and make oral or written reports.
Ability to make simple arithmetic computations.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and squat frequently.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
Ability to work long hours out-of-doors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively using speaking, hearing, writing, and vision skills.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.
Work Requirements
Previous heavy equipment operation experience or training is highly preferred.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to work well with others in a group or one on one setting.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid Driver’s License is preferred
Key Competencies
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs.
Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.

Employment type
Full Time