Loader Operator

About the role

The Loader Operator operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas. This will be a Plant Feeder Operator and the job may include possible maintenance and housekeeping of the feeder and plant area when needed.

Responsibilities

• Start engine, shift gears, press pedals, and turn steering wheel to operate loader.
• Move levers to lower and tilt bucket and drive front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material.
• Move levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drive vehicle to work site, and move levers to dump material.
• Perform assignments outlined by supervisors and follow standard procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
• Maintain an effective system of communications with supervisors and customers serviced.
• Perform Pre-Shift Inspections: inspect batch plant to ensure smooth start-up, inspect gates, drive belts, conveyor belts, trough and return rollers.
• Responsible for batch plant clean-up and properly store and secure all tools and equipment after use.
• Daily inspection of all Water/Boiler System and air systems; follow proper start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Weekly maintenance of site cleanliness by vacuuming batch plant office floor, emptying trash cans, and cleaning bathrooms.
• Weekly greasing of all plant areas and inspection of bearings.
• Monthly inspection of Dust Collector to ensure proper operating condition.
• Quarterly check of oil in all gear boxes and inspection of all drive belts associated with the gear box.
• Annual oil change and update of all drive belts associated with the gear box.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.

Requirements

• 12 months of loader operator experience with 980M/982M loaders.
• Prior work experience preferred working in or around heavy equipment, construction, or paving.
• Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge and skills.
• Proven safety record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is a plus.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean-shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day