Crusher/Loader Operator

Manthei Construction; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading heavy construction company as a Crusher/Loader Operator. This full-time seasonal role involves operating heavy machinery to produce sand and gravel products while ensuring safety and quality. Enjoy excellent health benefits and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Product Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in operating heavy construction equipment preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader and other machines safely.
• Check and maintain equipment fluid levels.
• Load trucks with sand and gravel products.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Basic Math

Tools

Heavy Construction Equipment

Job description

The Opportunity

Do you enjoy working outside in and around big machines? Do you want to work with others on high-performing teams and be a part of building better communities in Northern Michigan? If you're a highly motivated person with a strong work ethic, we'd love to talk with you!

Manthei Construction is a premier heavy construction and site development company located in Charlevoix, MI. For over 50 years, Manthei Construction has been instrumental in the development of communities and their infrastructure throughout Northern Michigan.

We are currently searching for a Crusher/Loader Operator to join our team.

The Crusher/Loader Operator will perform tasks essential for the production of sand, gravel, and topsoil products. This includes primarily operating a front-end loader, with occasional operation of other construction machines such as crushers, dozers, excavators, and off-road haul trucks to transfer materials within the crushing operation.

This position is a full-time seasonal position, typically working Monday-Friday, with limited weekends, approximately 50 hours/week. Job sites are primarily located in Northern Michigan, and overnight travel is not normally required. Manthei Construction offers excellent health benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, product discounts, and more—even to Seasonal Team Members!

Essential Duties

1. Work as part of a team to complete projects with a priority on safety, then quality, and productivity
2. Understand proper operating techniques and use machines appropriately
3. Check and maintain equipment fluid levels and perform routine machine care, including greasing
4. Operate machines in a safe and controlled manner
5. Be mindful and aware of surrounding conditions
6. Able to think ahead and see next steps
7. Know and follow appropriate OSHA and MSHA rules regarding machine operation
8. Other duties as required and directed by the site foreman
9. Safely and accurately load trucks with sand and gravel products

Qualifications and Requirements

1. Experience in the operation of heavy construction equipment is preferred
2. Display a respectful and positive attitude
3. Able to work in a variety of outside weather conditions
4. Able to assist with manual labor tasks when appropriate
5. Able to perform and understand basic math required for construction
6. Must be able to work as part of a team and be willing to learn
7. Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
8. Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen
9. Must have a strong work ethic and be dependable and consistent

To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit us online at www.mantheiconstruction.com. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to chatting with you!