Equipment Operator

P.J. Keating Company in; Acushnet (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH Company, is a leading producer of aggregate and HMA products in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. This Equipment Operator (Finance) role supports quarry operations in Acushnet, MA, requiring heavy equipment operation, safety discipline, and a valid driver’s license.

Overtime and weekend work may be required. Benefits available through CRH. You'll work with a team to ensure smooth crushing operations, daily inspections, and adherence to MSHA regulations.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Hoisting License 2A required.
• MSHA Certification required.
• Experience with quarry operations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment in a safe and professional manner in the yard area.
• Keep vehicle clean inside and outside.
• Report any accident or incident to supervisor.
• Performs pre-and post-trip truck inspections; fill out daily vehicle condition report.
• Inform Service Technician and supervisor of maintenance or repairs needed.
• Always wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Keep load counts.
• Perform duties in accordance with health and safety policies.
• Maintain awareness of MSHA regulations.
• Work as a team member within the crushing operation to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensure crusher is fed consistently.
• Deliver material to crusher and stockpiles.

Skills

Teamwork

Professionalism

Safety and Security

Adaptability

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Initiative

Innovation

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Hoisting License 2A

MSHA Certification

Experience with Quarry operations

Job description

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH company, is a leading manufacturer of aggregate and HMA products and Paving and Construction in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We operate aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production facilities in Acushnet, Dracut, and Lunenburg, Massachusetts as well as Cranston, Rhode Island. Our modern facilities, veteran paving crews, experienced construction management team and large investment in plants and equipment make us one of the largest and most efficient producers in the state of Massachusetts as well as one of only two RIDOT approved stone suppliers in the state of Rhode Island.

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then P.J. Keating Company and CRH is the company for you! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step.

Position Overview

Candidate will operate all equipment including but not limited to: Loader, Excavator and Dozer ( Heavy Equipment)

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties & Functions)

• Operates heavy equipment in a safe and professional manner in the yard area
• Keep vehicle clean inside and outside
• Report any accident or incident to supervisor
• Performs pre-and post-trip truck inspections. Fill out daily vehicle condition report.
• Informs Service Technician and supervisor of any maintenance or repairs needed
• Always wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Keep load counts
• Performs all duties safely and in accordance with health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains awareness of MSHA regulations
• Works as a team member with other employees within the crushing operation to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensures crusher is fed consistently.
• Continually drives truck within confines of the quarry to deliver material to crusher and stockpiles.

Equipment Operator (Finance)

Job ID: 528166

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH company, is a leading manufacturer of aggregate and HMA products and Paving and Construction in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We operate aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) production facilities in Acushnet, Dracut, and Lunenburg, Massachusetts as well as Cranston, Rhode Island. Our modern facilities, veteran paving crews, experienced construction management team and large investment in plants and equipment make us one of the largest and most efficient producers in the state of Massachusetts as well as one of only two RIDOT approved stone suppliers in the state of Rhode Island.

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then P.J. Keating Company and CRH is the company for you! If you're up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step.

Position Overview

Candidate will operate all equipment including but not limited to: Loader, Excavator and Dozer ( Heavy Equipment)

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties & Functions)

• Operates heavy equipment in a safe and professional manner in the yard area
• Keep vehicle clean inside and outside
• Report any accident or incident to supervisor
• Performs pre-and post-trip truck inspections. Fill out daily vehicle condition report.
• Informs Service Technician and supervisor of any maintenance or repairs needed
• Always wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Keep load counts
• Performs all duties safely and in accordance with health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains awareness of MSHA regulations
• Works as a team member with other employees within the crushing operation to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensures crusher is fed consistently.
• Continually drives truck within confines of the quarry to deliver material to crusher and stockpiles.

Key Competencies

• Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.
• Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.

Requirements

• Demonstrate good performance, safety, and attendance
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently, without direct supervision
• Demonstrate a willingness to work overtime and weekends/holidays/nights
• Demonstrates ability to work and communicate well with Supervisors, Truck Drivers, Heavy Equipment Operators, and other employees
• Demonstrate the ability to conform to and maintain MSHA and all other company policies or governmental state rules and regulations
• Must have good depth perception and coordination to operate controls
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Pre-employment physical exam, pre-employment-controlled substance testing, and criminal background check are required before being employed by PJ Keating Company.

Education/Professional Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Hoisting License 2A required
• Experience with Quarry operations a plus
• MSHA Certification

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to signal and handle equipment. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• This Position pays a range of $45-50 an hour
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

P.J. Keating Company, a CRH Company, is an Affiant.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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