Loader Operator

About the role

The Sales Yard/Stockpile Loader Operator will be responsible for operating machinery to load and unload materials in a sales yard or stockpile area. This role involves safely and efficiently operating equipment such as loaders, forklifts, and other heavy machinery to move materials around the yard or stockpile.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of this role include operating a front-end loader to load trucks, feed processing plants, and move materials within the stockpile area, maintaining precise control of the loader, and conducting pre- and post-operation inspections. The operator will also load trucks accurately and efficiently, perform routine maintenance checks on the loader, and work collaboratively with plant operators, truck drivers, and other team members to ensure efficient production and material flow.

• Operate a front-end loader to load trucks, feed processing plants, and move materials within the stockpile area
• Maintain precise control of the loader, ensuring safe and efficient operation in a potentially high traffic area
• Conduct pre- and post-operation inspections of the loader, reporting any maintenance needs or safety concerns
• Load trucks accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper weight distribution and minimizing spillage
• Perform routine maintenance checks on the loader, identifying and addressing any issues
• Work collaboratively with plant operators, truck drivers, and other team members to ensure efficient production and material flow

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, 1-4 years of experience operating a front-end loader in a stockpile environment, and a high level of proficiency in loader operation and safety practices.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• 1-4 years of experience operating a front-end loader in a stockpile environment
• Understanding of stockpile management, material properties, and quality control procedures

Skills

The candidate should have a strong sense of spatial awareness, ability to manipulate the loader accurately and smoothly, and skill in handling attachments and understanding their applications. They should also have a thorough understanding of safety protocols and regulations related to heavy equipment operation.

• Equipment Operation: Proficiency in operating large loaders, including understanding the controls, gauges, and indicators
• Safety Awareness: Thorough understanding of safety protocols and regulations related to heavy equipment operation
• Technical Expertise: Solid mechanical understanding of loaders, including basic maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor issues
• Material Handling: Proficient in loading various materials onto trucks, conveyors and other transport vehicles while maintaining load stability and distribution

Pay

The hourly range for this role is between $22.79 - $25.76, not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package.