Distributor Truck​/Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator

Job

Headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky, the Mountain Companies (Mountain Enterprises, Mountain Materials, and Mountain Aggregates) provide asphalt paving and aggregate services to Kentucky. In 2006, the companies joined CRH, becoming part of North America’s largest asphalt and aggregate producers. The firm offers a small‑company environment with the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

The Service Distributor Truck/Equipment Operator drives and operates a distributor truck equipped with a tank to spray asphalt emulsions on road services and may operate heavy equipment at some locations to prepare job sites. Positions in this field include Heavy Equipment Operator, Loader Operator, Shuttle Buggy, Paver, and Back Hoe.

CDL Class A/B with Tanker & Hazmat required.

Union Information: This is a union position. Successful candidates may become part of local 14581 Steelworkers Union if they choose.

• Operate heavy equipment of various sizes and weights safely and efficiently.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
• Report any problems to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Follow direction of Foreman regarding daily tasks and expectations for each project or jobsite.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment; refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Perform daily pre‑and‑post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies.
• Knowledge of a diesel pump is a plus.
• Perform general laboring duties when necessary.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance at assigned times.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• 1–2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must pass pre‑employment physical, drug screen, and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must maintain a current driver’s license that meets state requirements.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by OSHA and/or MSHA. Required PPE may include face shield, safety shoes, and coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

• Knowledge of operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations and construction sites.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring standards.
• Ability to operate equipment safely and efficiently under a variety of working conditions.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations to keep time and material records, and read blueprints or other project documents.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate heavy and complex equipment requiring skill and the exercise of independent judgment.

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to exert up to 10–20 lbs. constantly, 25–50 lbs. of force frequently, and 50–100 lbs. of force occasionally.

• May be occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• May be exposed to moving…