Loader Operator

Job

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.

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently within MSHA Standards.
• Responsible for thorough Pre and Post shift inspections.
• 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.
• May assist as Laborer at times during plant moves and light maintenance.
• May perform physical tasks involved with Mining and Construction practices.
• 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 outdoors, occasionally under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively using speaking, hearing, writing, and vision skills.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred.

Previous heavy equipment operation experience or training is highly preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; 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.

Valid Driver’s License is preferred.

• 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.
• Planning/Organizing – Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative – Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance.

The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. Occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

While performing the duties of this job, the…