Sandpits Equipment Operator

Company Background

Beatrice Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, mines aggregates near Fairbury, Beatrice and Alexandria, Nebraska. Concrete aggregate, road surface/construction material, and landscaping rock are the main products from our locations. For more information, visit

NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908 NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit

Operate equipment to include a rubber tire loader, track loader, track dozer, skid loader, excavator, dredge and other various types of sand and gravel pit equipment. Provide support maintenance/ mechanical/welding/fabricating facility work.

• Abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely.
• Operate plant and mobile equipment to support production and sales functions at plant site.
• Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, moves levers, turns steering wheel, etc. to operate equipment.
• Maintain plant site, equipment and shop according to safety standards, including all aspects of good housekeeping.
• Check brakes, tires, springs, engine oil, etc. on a daily basis. Complete required inspection sheets. Grease, change oil, change tires and perform other maintenance as required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• previous experience operating heavy equipment; or
• an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Proven mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Must also be mechanically and physically inclined to provide support mechanical skills to the operation.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be capable of becoming certified on heavy equipment.
• Must demonstrate willingness to perform other support duties during non-busy time.
• Must be able to work with various hand tools of the trade.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule during busy season. Must be able to work late or irregular hours.

• The company provides a comprehensive benefits package (detailed information is available to qualified candidates during the interview process).

Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with fit for employment screening (if required) are required as conditions of employment.