Dredge Operator

About the role

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Dredge Operator based out of our Amite, LA plant. This role is responsible for operating dredge and mobile equipment to support safe, efficient aggregate production and plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition
• Help in the production of natural aggregates
• Operate at least 2 pieces of mobile equipment (haul truck, farm tractor, water truck, rubber tire backhoe, front loader, etc.), hydraulic pumps, power winches
• Operate equipment in quarry or production
• Must have excavator and/or dozer experience
• May be involved in safety committees or initiatives
• Able to work alone on dredge for long periods of time
• Comply with industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations
• Perform daily pre-shift equipment and workplace inspections to maintain equipment performance
• Maintain strong communications with other plant employees and operators
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to operate at least 2 pieces of mobile equipment
• Minimum of 1 year of experience
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance
• Positive, Team-based attitude
• Able to work extended hours, weekends and nights when necessary
• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders, and catwalks up to 60 feet as required
• The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)
• The ability to perform routine maintenance on equipment and the ability to determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
• The ability to lower anchor poles to verify depths of excavations. Directs or assist workers placing shore anchors and cables, laying additional pipes from dredges to shore, and pumping from pontoons

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Skills

• Excavator and/or dozer experience

Benefits

Benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Paid vacation and sick time, 401k with Employer Match, 11 paid Company holidays, Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Health & Wellness Programs, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Discount Programs, Professional Training and Development Programs, Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!

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