Aggregate Operator

Gerken Companies; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) investment program with company

Employer-paid life insurance

Employer-paid disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gerken Materials, Inc. is hiring an Aggregate Operator to support daily aggregate operations at Round Lake West Pit in Addison, Michigan. You will operate heavy equipment, assist with production, and help maintain site safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates bring experience with loaders, excavators, dozers, skid steers, or haul trucks, plus a strong team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn. This on-site role offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities within The Gerken Companies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Experience operating loaders, excavators, dozers, skid steers, or haul trucks is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and work safely in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, long-reach excavators, loaders, haul trucks, and skid steers.
• Support daily production and site operations.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, including greasing, fueling, cleaning, and inspections.
• Complete equipment inspection and maintenance reports.
• Follow safety procedures and MSHA regulations at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Work closely with team members to support efficient site operations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Loader operation

Excavator operation

Bulldozers

Haul trucks

Job description

Gerken Materials, Inc. is part of The Gerken Companies, a family of businesses built on integrity, safety, and long-term success.

Our values guide how we work every day:

• Integrity in every decision, from daily operations to teamwork
• Safety as a shared responsibility across every site and employee
• Shared success that creates stable, rewarding careers
• Professional development through training and growth opportunities
• Community support because we live where we work and care about the places we serve

If you enjoy operating heavy equipment, working outdoors, and seeing the direct impact of your work every day, this could be the opportunity for you!

About the Role

We're hiring an Aggregate Operator to support daily aggregate operations through the safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work with a variety of equipment while developing valuable skills in aggregate production and site operations.

This position is based at our Round Lake West Pit in Addison, Michigan.

What You'll Do

• Operate heavy equipment such as bulldozers, long-reach excavators, loaders, haul trucks, and skid steers
• Support daily production and site operations
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, including greasing, fueling, cleaning, and inspections
• Complete equipment inspection and maintenance reports
• Follow safety procedures and MSHA regulations at all times
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Work closely with team members to support efficient site operations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to safely access and navigate the facility, including climbing and descending ladders
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work outside normal business hours as operational needs require

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Strong mechanical aptitude preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude, dependability, and willingness to learn
• Ability to work safely and efficiently in a team environment
• Previous heavy equipment experience preferred
• Experience operating loaders, excavators, dozers, skid steers, or haul trucks is a plus

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) investment program with employer match
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday pay
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program

Gerken Materials, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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