Loader and Grinder Operator

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Reg Full Time Indiv. Contributor St Paul, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $27.79 To $31.28 Hourly

Ever-Green Energy is looking for a team member responsible for the operation of biomass processing equipment such as Loaders and Grinders helping to ensure Environmental Wood Supply (EWS) can supply biomass fuel to St. Paul Cogeneration. Working with assigned crew and the Biomass Fuel Site Supervisor, assists in the receiving, storage, processing, and loading of biomass fuel product. Assists in minor maintenance of machinery and supports activities to maintain compliance with applicable operating and environmental permits.

It is the responsibility of each Ever-Green Energy employee that all tasks be conducted in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal safety and health regulations, company policies, programmatic standards, and special safety concerns identified by Ever-Green Energy for use in a particular area or with a customer. All employees are expected to support and demonstrate the mission and values of the organization by leading with integrity and building an inclusive culture that respects, encourages, and supports employees of all backgrounds and beliefs.

If this sounds like a great fit for you, you may be the right candidate for our Loader and Grinder Operator.

Minimum requirements to be successful in this role:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• One or more years of experience operating a wheel loader.
• Experience with similar heavy machinery may substitute for wheel loader experience.
• Ability to operate machinery skillfully and in a safe and responsible manner.
• Practical decision‑making ability and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Dependable, able to adapt to changing circumstances, have a sound work ethic.
• Valid driver’s license and clear driving record is required.

Preferred requirements:

• Formal training in or equivalent job experience in machine and industrial/equipment operations is desired.
• Working knowledge of wood grinders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for daily operation of wheel loader and wood grinder in support of receiving, storage, processing, and loading of biomass material.
• Assist in equipment monitoring, initial troubleshooting activities, and corrective maintenance as assigned. Responsible for daily preventative maintenance and cleaning of assigned equipment, and completion of daily equipment log.
• Assist in maintaining and repairing site conditions such as grading, rut repair, daily watering to control dust, and other activities to support operations and compliance with environmental permits.
• May be assigned to assist in routine cleaning, inventory, and general organization activities of the facility.
• Assist in oversight of site operations to ensure safety policies are followed by vendors and that no unacceptable materials are received.
• Assist customers and vendors in unloading of materials in designated areas.
• Be able to communicate with customers and other public parties in a respectful, effective, and positive manner, while upholding all site standards.
• When assigned, responsible for the opening and closing of the facility, and daily operations.
• Has the ability to work both independently and as a team.
• Perform other duties as assigned/required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to have visual acuity with clarity of vision at 20 feet or more; gross manipulation by seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hands; foot/leg controls; hearing requirements with the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds; peripheral vision by observing an area that can be…