Operator-Loader

Location: Grove City

Job Summary:

Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to push up aggregate stockpiles, stock bins, and feed the plant cold feeds. Perform other manual labor as assigned. This hourly, non-exempt position will work with direct and indirect supervision.

Essential Functions:

* Safely and proficiently operate plant loader.

* Ensure bins are kept well-stocked and correctly prioritized.

* Perform preventative maintenance on loader (check for leaks, fuel, lubricate, etc.).

* Perform daily plant inspections and maintenance of asphalt plant.

* Identify mechanical malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.

* Provide assistance and support for the maintenance of the asphalt plant.

* Perform other manual labor as assigned.

* Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.

* Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.

* Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Knowledge of:

* Heavy construction equipment operation.

* Asphalt plant (batch and drum operations) safety, operations and equipment.

Ability to:

* Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.

* Recognize operation conditions such as segregated stock piles, moisture problems, contamination, etc.

Qualifications:

* Must be able to operate welder and cutting torch.

Education:

* High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

* Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation or related field preferred.

Experience:

* Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.

Required Training:

* MSHA ART/NM/ENM (if applicable)

* CPR/First Aid (if applicable)

* Skid Steer

* JLG

* Forklift

* Tele Handler

* 8 Hour Arc Flash

* Bearing, Gear Box, Welding, and Torch Training

* Screen Bearings

* Rigging/Hooking/Lifting

* Production and Efficiency Mobile Equipment Training

* Annual Asphalt Kickoff Safety Training

Physical Requirements:

* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

* Frequently (34-66%)- Ability to physically climb in and out of equipment safely and operate levers or pedals to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of control mechanisms.

* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to physically climb to top of silos and perform work.

* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, extreme temperatures and confined spaces.

* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.

* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to shovel.

* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.

This is a safety-sensitive position.