Laborer​/Equipment Operator

Laborer / Equipment Operator

HK Contractors, 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.

The Laborer / Equipment Operator is responsible for performing a variety of manual labor duties and safely operating equipment to support aggregate, asphalt, construction, or quarry operations. This position assists with daily production, maintenance, and site activities while promoting a culture focused on safety, quality, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. The role requires flexibility to perform both labor and equipment operation responsibilities as needed.

• Perform general labor duties to support plant, quarry, construction, or yard operations.
• Operate equipment such as front-end loaders, skid steers, excavators, dozers, haul trucks, water trucks, rollers, and other equipment as assigned.
• Load, move, stockpile, and transport materials safely and efficiently.
• Assist with plant operations, production activities, and maintenance projects.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation.
• Perform routine equipment servicing, including fueling, greasing, cleaning, and fluid checks.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, and maintenance needs.
• Assist with repairs, cleanup, housekeeping, and other site maintenance activities.
• Follow established work procedures and production schedules to meet operational goals.
• Work safely around moving equipment, machinery, and other personnel.
• Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Participate in safety meetings, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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 experience operating heavy equipment preferred. Experience in construction, aggregate, quarry, mining, asphalt, concrete, or related industries preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic equipment maintenance knowledge are beneficial.
• Knowledge/Skill Requirements:
  Ability to safely operate various types of mobile equipment. Strong commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work assignments. Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
  Valid Driver's License is preferred.
• Key
  
  Competencies:
  
  Customer Service, Teamwork, Judgment, Planning/Organizing, Professionalism, Safety and Security, Adaptability, Attendance/Punctuality, Dependability, Initiative, Innovation, Quality.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is 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 50-75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential…