Heavy Equipment Operator

We are Prairie Materials
, part of Votorantim Cimentos North America (VCNA).

Under the immediate direction of supervisor, the Equipment Operator safely operates plant mobile heavy equipment to include yard loader, excavator, water truck, 40 ton haul truck, etc.

• Must be able to or willing to learn to operate all other mobile equipment, including: yard loader, excavator, water truck, loader, haul truck and crane.
• Assist in plant repairs and clean-up.
• Perform pre-shift safety inspection on equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment. Report need repairs to shop personnel.
• Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment.
• Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations.
• Perform duties with minimum supervision.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Prefer 3-5 years' experience operating heavy mobile equipment.
• Prefer experience with wheel loader
• Prefer experience loading customer trucks.

• Must be able to read equipment operating manual.
• Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report.
• Must be able to communicate in English on radio or CB
• Possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports.
• Must be able to wear all required safety equipment
• Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Must be able to read and interpret gauges.
• Proven ability to work in a TEAM environment.

• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
• Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distance up to 150 feet.
• Must be able to limb on and off equipment to operate and service
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day.
• Must work outside in all-weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions.
• Must be able to work at various heights.

Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments may require periods of work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.

$41.50/hr + aligned increases with union contract

We have a results-oriented culture that values being open, honest, and authentic. It's part of our DNA. We are continually expanding our diverse and inclusive team by providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, or economic status - a workplace where you can express your individuality and be your best self!

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