• Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunitiesu00A0
• Annual Pay Increases
• PTO Available as of DAY ONE
• Opportunities to grow with company
• Guaranteed to be home every day
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor. The Heavy Equipment Operator operates, lubricates, and helps maintain heavy equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates and lubricates heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Helps maintain heavy equipment.
• Responsible for housekeeping in work areas
• Spotting and unloading railcars.
• Inspects belts and feeders.
• Cleans spills using jackhammer, shovel, and broom.
• Perform pre - shift inspections on the equipment.
• Report any needed repairs to the supervisor.
• Must be able to maintain accurate records.
• Assist in plant clean-up.
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in the English language.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to read and write to complete required daily reports
• Must have good communication skills one on one.
• Must have good communications skills using a two-way radio.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to climb stairs and ladders
• Must be able to remain seated in equipment for up to 12 hrs/day
• Must be able to lift 40-100 lbs. (wheelbarrow loaded and unloaded)
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and vision to operate equipment safely
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions
• Must keep safety above all else

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, ice, rain, and high humidity, and is required to work in all plant environments. The incumbent will be exposed to vibrating equipment and mechanical and electrical hazards, and heights. u00A0May have exposure to dust, cement, clay, gypsum, sand, diesel exhaust, lubricants, solvents, various fuels, etc. (See MSDSs)

DISCLAIMER

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.