Dredge Operator

Western Sand & Gravel Company; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Paid Holidays

Insurance Benefits

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

On the Job Training

Job summary

Western Sand & Gravel Company in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a dredge operator to operate a mechanical dredge safely. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and previous experience operating heavy equipment. The role involves daily inspections of the dredge and ensuring proper operation while monitoring equipment gauges. Benefits include retirement plans, insurance, paid holidays, and paid time off. A $2500 hiring bonus is also offered.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate a motorboat to reach the dredge.
• Inspect and lubricate all moving parts of the dredge.
• Monitor gauges and communicate with the plant operator.
• Use a skid-loader and/or loader as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Ability to lift/move 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.