FRONT END LOADER OPERATOR

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
• Safely and properly operate and perform maintenance on loader, and other equipment.
• Keep concrete plant fed for maximum production.
• Load trucks with road materials up to legal hauling weight limit.
• Maintain smooth, level haul roads.
• Maintain contaminate free aggregate piles.
• Inspect material; check gradation quality, oversize rocks, contaminants.
• Check for spillage on plant floor and clean up daily (assist with shoveling spillage).
• Check for worn out flashing on plant that could lead to spillage.
• May maintain the left over concrete that is dumped out at the plant.
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations.
• Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.).
• Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
• Ensure OSHA, MSHA, EPA, DNR, lock out/tag out, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Timely and regular attendance is essential.
• Perform other duties, including labor intensive tasks, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must meet Knife River-South employment standards with regards to background/MVR checks.
• Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (day time/night time).
• Ability to work outside in all seasons.
• Must have a “safety first” attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Extensive walking on uneven surfaces.
• Lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, odors.
• Hand eye coordination.
• Exposure to mists, adhesives, acids.
• Frequent and/or extended periods requiring kneeling, bending, and/or twisting.
• Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting.
• Working in all weather conditions for extended period of time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record is preferred.
• Previous experience operating front end loader and maintenance is preferred.
• High school diploma/GED is preferred.

BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Accident Coverage Plan
• Hospital Indemnity