Equipment Operator (Construction)
JOB DESCRIPTION
The role is responsible for operation and maintenance of the plant. The incumbent will need to operate in a safe and efficient manner following all personal protective equipment (PPE) and process requirements. This role is classified as safety sensitive.
ACTIVITIES/TASKS/SCOPE
- Properly follow all company policies and MSHA regulations for safe working procedures and environment.
- Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers.
- Greases, performs oil changes and preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Report all major maintenance problems to Superintendent.
- Repair and replace conveyor belts when needed.
- Change plant screens when needed.
- Maintain plant site and plant with skid steer, shovel, and wash down with hose.
- Operate small power tools.
- Operate water truck for dust control of roads.
- Operate front end loader to feed the plant and load trucks when needed.
- Responsible for ensuring daily maintenance of plant is completed.
- Regular attendance is required.
- 10+ hour days and weekends are common.
- Other duties may be assigned.
INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR COMPETENCIES
- Work Standards
- Continuous Improvement
- Initiating Action
- Adaptability
- Contributing to Team Success
- Managing Work (Time Management)
- Communication
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- High School or Degree or GED required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- 2-3 years of experience in plant maintenance preferredMSHA Miner Training preferred
CERTIFICATION/OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools
- Mathematics
- Repairing and troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Control precision
- Manual dexterity
- Extent flexibility
- Finger dexterity
- Near vision
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy
- Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to effectively verbally communicate
- Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend, walk, climb ladders, reach, grasp, push/pull, twist and lift heavy objects (50 lbs.)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements.
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