Dredge Operator

NEBCO Realty Group; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

On the Job Training

Job summary

NEBCO Realty Group seeks a dredge operator in Louisville, KY. The role involves operating a mechanical dredge for sand product production while adhering to safety protocols. Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, operating heavy machinery, and communicating plant status. Candidates should possess at least a high school diploma or GED and relevant heavy equipment experience. This position offers a $2500 hiring bonus and various employee benefits, including retirement plans and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy equipment is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Operate a motorboat to reach the dredge safely.
• Inspect and lubricate all moving parts of the dredge.
• Fill out daily inspection sheets.

Skills

Ability to occasionally lift/move between 25-50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

This position will be at the Louisville Plant location. Primary responsibility for this role is to operate a mechanical dredge to produce sand products. Must abide by Company Safety Program and Policies, while performing duties safely. Consistent and reliable attendance is required. $2500.00 HIRING BONUS!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate a motorboat in a safe manner to reach the dredge.
• Inspect and lubricate all moving parts of the dredge before operation begins and during dredging. Secure dredge upon completion of shift.
• Fill out daily inspection sheets.
• Position dredge with hydraulic swing winches to start and then again during dredging.
• Prime main pump, check packing on pumps and adjust as needed.
• Monitor all gauges, communicate with plant operator to keep the best load possible going to the plant without overloading the plant.
• Observe and listen to operation of equipment to detect malfunctions. Communicate with Plant Operator and/or Plant Leadman before making adjustments and repairs, if needed.
• As needed, use a skid-loader and/or loader to work around the plant and dredge.
• Notify appropriate personnel of any problems and assure the next shift operator is informed of plant status.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED; and
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Certificates, Licenses

• None

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to occasionally lift/move between 25-50 pounds.

Benefits

• Retirement Plans
• Paid Holidays
• Insurance Benefits
• Wellness Program - with the opportunity to earn five additional days off
• Paid Time Off
• On the Job Training

Condition of Employment

Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post offer drug/alcohol testing with fit for employment screening (if required) are conditions of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.