Dredge Operator: Hands-On Waterway Maintenance Pro

Wendling Quarries Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A family-owned quarrying business in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, seeks a Dredge Operator to manage dredging equipment operations and ensure safe practices. The ideal candidate should be at least 18 years old, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and demonstrate basic mechanical knowledge. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan, while adhering to a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work independently with understanding of large equipment.
• Willingness to adhere to safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Daily equipment maintenance and operation.
• Work safely with adherence to safety policy.
• Assist with moving of dredge equipment to different sites.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Understanding of basic mechanics and electrical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Position Description: The Dredge Operator is responsible for operating dredging equipment on different bodies of water to remove materials needed for production. This role includes monitoring equipment performance, managing material flow, and performing routine inspections to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Company Introduction:

Wendling Quarries, Inc. (WQI) is a third-generation family owned and operated business that produces crushed stone, sand and gravel for individuals and businesses in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.

The bedrock of our company is composed of three main values:

• Family. We share faithful commitment to each other and our vision.
• Excellence. We are great on purpose.
• Human Potential. We aspire to be the best version of ourselves.

Lastly, there is concrete proof thatwe are known for being able to “safely do everything we do better than everyone else”.

Job Responsibilities:

• Daily equipment maintenance and operation
• Work safely with adherence to Wendling Quarries safety policy
• Assist with moving of dredge equipment to different sites

Job Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to work independently
• Understanding of basic mechanics and electrical knowledge of large equipment
• Monday – Friday
• Approximately 50 hours/week
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

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