Operator -Equipment

Job Summary

This position’s primary responsibilities include the operation of off-highway heavy equipment which includes: haul truck, pit truck, water truck, fork lift, stockpile truck, bin truck and plant truck within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives and maneuvers equipment into position for loading, dumping and spreading material.
• Affords assistance in stockpiling materials at plant and stockpile area and hauls other material as required.
• Inspects vehicle’s mechanisms and monitors and maintains fluid levels.
• Affords assistance to mechanic with minor service and repairs to equipment.
• Performs general maintenance work in and around the plant.
• Affords assistance with equipment routine preventative maintenance.
• Works outdoors and exposed to varying and/or extreme weather conditions (i.e., heat, wet, cold, etc).
• Works in high and/or precarious places or cramped work space that requires getting into awkward positions.

Essential Functions

• Operates equipment unit with a high degree of competence, skill and proficiency.
• Performs pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and completes daily equipment reports.
• Reports unsafe mechanical conditions to shop foreman and supervisor.
• Maintains good housekeeping practices on equipment.
• Affords assistance with equipment routine preventative maintenance.

Critical Competencies

• Communication - Communicates clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, while actively listening and adapting the message to the audience.
• Team Player - Works cooperatively and effectively with team members to achieve shared goals, willingly assisting others and fostering a positive and productive team environment.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to recognize, understand, and adhere to safety protocols and procedures in the workplace; proactive in identifying potential hazards, taking steps to mitigate risks, and ensuring that both personal and collective safety are maintained in all tasks and environments.
• Initiative and Self-Motivation - Ability to take proactive steps, anticipate needs, and act without needing constant direction or supervision; drives to pursue goals, generates ideas, and seeks opportunities for improvement or innovation without waiting for external prompts.
• Equipment Operation - Proficiency in operating large loaders with ability to accurately and smoothly maneuver and complete various tasks, such as loading, dumping, and transporting materials. Skill in handling attachments and understanding their applications.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED or an equivalent combination of training and work experience.
• Heavy equipment operator experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Complies with all SHE and other company policies, procedures and requirements.
• Follows established traffic patterns avoiding road hazards and other hazardous conditions.
• Performs duties safely, responsibly, and proficiently, observing all safety and health rules.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to work required overtime and flexible work schedule.
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule and customer needs require.
• Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods of time; grip, climb, reach, shovel, squat, crawl, or pull, push, as well as, bend and lift 45 pounds.
• Must be able to speak, read, and have a working knowledge of the English language.

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Vulcan Materials Company is an equal opportunity employer.