Equipment Operator - Aggregates

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Full Time Manual Labor Eagle Springs, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $22.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Department:

Aggregates

Reports To:

Location:

As Assigned

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime) — This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, meaning the incumbent is entitled to overtime pay at the applicable rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.

Schedule:

Full-time; 40 hours per week; schedule as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position carries no supervisory responsibility.

Compensation Grade:

Position Summary

The Equipment Operator — Aggregates is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of various heavy equipment in support of mining and aggregate production activities. This position plays a critical role in maintaining material flow throughout the production cycle, from raw extraction through processing and loading. The incumbent ensures that equipment, materials, and the plant site are maintained in a safe, clean, and compliant condition at all times.

This role contributes directly to operational throughput, regulatory compliance, and the overall safety culture of the organization.

The following duties are considered essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Operates heavy equipment including excavators, backhoes, dozers, and other approved machinery to push, pull, lift, stack, tier, and transport bulk materials to and from mine sites, storage areas, and processing zones.
• Feeds conveyors, hoppers, and chutes with appropriate aggregate materials and loads trucks or railcars in accordance with production schedules and site requirements.
• Maintains separate, clearly organized stockpiles of distinct material types by applying working knowledge of aggregate classifications and interpreting current site plans.
• Monitors aggregate and raw material inventory levels continuously, keeps hoppers adequately filled, and notifies the manager in a timely manner of any impending material shortages.
• Stockpiles excess raw material for future processing and breaks oversized rocks to a manageable size using appropriate equipment and techniques as operational needs require.
• Conducts all required pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections, completes daily inspection reports accurately, and reports any mechanical deficiencies or safety concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Operates all vehicles and equipment in strict accordance with established safety procedures; follows proper incident reporting protocols and notifies the manager and Safety Department immediately in the event of any accident, injury, or observed safety hazard.
• Complies fully with all applicable company safety rules and governmental regulatory requirements, including the consistent and correct use of all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Adheres to all applicable environmental regulations and promptly remediates any spills, debris, or excess material accumulations that could present an environmental compliance concern.
• Secures and locks all assigned equipment at the conclusion of each shift or as otherwise directed, including the removal of keys from assigned equipment, to prevent unauthorized use or access.
• Maintains the cleanliness and orderliness of assigned equipment and the overall plant site in accordance with company standards.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors, team members, and dispatch personnel to coordinate material flow, equipment availability, and operational priorities throughout the shift.