Stockpile Loader OperatorScale Clerk

About the role

The Sales Yard/Stockpile Loader Operator is responsible for efficiently and safely operating a loader to manage materials within a sales yard or stockpile area. This role involves loading, unloading, and organizing materials such as aggregates, recycling and other construction materials. The operator ensures that materials are properly stored, ready for sale or distribution, and maintains a neat and organized yard environment. This position will also be responsible for administrative duties in the scale house.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Operate the loader efficiently to load, unload, and move materials within the sales yard or stockpile area. Utilize loader attachments and equipment controls to handle different materials and arrange them for easy access.
• Material Handling: Load customer vehicles with the appropriate materials based on orders and specifications. Maintains stockpiles, cleans yard and plant areas and perform a variety of loading and lifting tasks. Maintains and organizes stockpiles by type and size of material, ensuring accessibility and efficient space utilization. Maintain inventory accuracy by keeping records of materials loaded and unloaded. Maintain inventory accuracy by keeping records of materials loaded and unloaded.
• Sales Support: Provides prompt loading service. Assist customers by providing information about loading procedures and safety guidelines. Provide prompt loading service. Assist customers by providing information about loading procedures and safety guidelines.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. Maintain a safe working environment by keeping the yard free from hazards and obstacles. Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times. Maintain a safe working environment by keeping the yard free from hazards and obstacles.
• Equipment Maintenance: Performs pre and post operation checks on the loader. Documents and reports any equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Yard Organization: Ensure the yard is neatly organized, with clear travelways and properly labeled stockpiles. Monitor inventory levels and communicate with supervisors about restocking needs.
• Communication: Coordinate with customers, truck drivers, and supervisors to schedule loading activities efficiently. Communicate any delays, issues, or special requirements to relevant parties.
• Quality Control: Visually inspect materials to ensure they meet quality standards.

Skills You'll Need

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Trade school diploma or certificate in equipment operation is desired.
• Certifications/Licenses: A valid driver's license is required.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Previous experience as a loader operator, preferably in a sales yard or stockpile setting. Proficiency in operating loaders and handling different types of materials. Understands how their operation of the loader can affect the quality control of the stockpiles. Proficiency in operating loaders and handling different types of materials. Solid understanding of safety regulations and procedures. Basic mechanical knowledge for equipment maintenance checks. Effective communication skills for interacting with customers and team members. Physical ability to operate heavy machinery and perform manual labor as needed. Organizational skills to maintain an orderly yard and accurate inventory records. Attention to detail to ensure accurate loading and record-keeping.

Other Requirements

• This position requires knowledge and awareness of mining and construction site hazards.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must have the ability to climb ladders while maintaining three points of contact and sit for long periods of time.