Loader Operator - RiverBend Materials; Salem
Listed on 2026-08-26
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor & Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
Loader Operator - River Bend Materials (Salem, OR) (Construction)
Job
River Bend Materials, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies. For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services. We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation.
Position OverviewThis position involves the safe and efficient operation of front-end loaders, excavators, and a water truck to assist with the production of aggregates. If you're someone that has 1-2 years' experience operating loaders/excavators, enjoys working during a busy season, and can work both independently and as a part of a team, this is the position for you. By doing so you'll play an important role in reinventing the way our world is built.
This position will require the incumbent to travel between the Eugene and Corvallis sites as needed for business demands.
Wage: $28/HR, with potential for overtime.
Location: Salem, OR and surrounding area.
Hours: Primarily work 10-12 hours per day 5 days per week, and up to 6 days per week per week as needed during the busy construction season. Must also have flexibility to work nights, and weekends as needed per business demands.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Minimum Qualifications- One to two years Front-end Wheel Loader experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to add, subtract, and multiply.
- Valid drivers license.
- Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
- Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
- Demonstrates the ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
- Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.
- Mechanical skills, basic knowledge of aggregate products a plus.
- Experience with other kinds of heavy equipment a plus.
- Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
- Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
- Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
- Keep machines clean and maintained.
- Keep time and material records.
- Knowledge of weight requirements of loads leaving the pit.
- Travel to and from various locations.
- Assist labor crew including shoveling of materials and daily plant operations.
- Promptly communicate with paving crew on any flaws in material.
- Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
- Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
- Regular and timely attendance.
- Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
- 10 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 2 Floating)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Annual Merit Raises
- Opportunities for Internal Mobility
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
- Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
- Opportunities for Community Engagement
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 occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs.
- Physical abilities test will be required.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Proper PPE will be provided by our team, but please bring your own pair of steel toed boots.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as…
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