Equipment Operator/Laborer

US Aggregates, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

US Aggregates is seeking an Equipment Operator/Laborer to help maintain production, safety, and quality within the Operations function. You will operate front-end loaders, haul trucks, and skid steers as part of daily plant activities.

You will perform pre-shift checks, service machinery, fuel and grease equipment, and keep accurate records. The job requires reliability, good English communication, and the ability to work days, nights, or weekends.

Qualifications

• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
• Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math.
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Welding, torching, and maintenance skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate, service, and maintain heavy equipment to keep the plant in production.
• Fuel, oil, grease, and perform routine maintenance.
• Complete pre-shift and end-of-shift checks and maintain logs.
• Report activity and inventory via written and oral updates.
• Complete required training and safety certifications.

Skills

Attendance

Follow directions

English literacy

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Welding/maintenance

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Build your career at US Aggregates! As an Equipment Operator/Laborer, you will have responsibility for maintaining production, maintenance, quality, and safety within the Aggregates' Operations function, including but not limited to, operating heavy equipment, such as Front-End Loaders, Haul Trucks, Skid Steers, etc.

Essential Functions

• Operate, service, and maintain various heavy equipment including front-end loaders, off road dump trucks, skid steer, man-lift, fuel truck and water truck in order to keep plant clean and in production


• Responsible for fueling, oiling, greasing equipment as well as understanding the equipment's safety manual


• Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment


• Report orally and in writing to as required and maintain accurate records (i.e. activity reports, inventory reports, maintenance logs, etc.) as directed


• Participate in general training, job specific training and hazardous materials training as required; successfully complete written examinations as required


• Understand and follow all policies, procedures, and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment, including rules governing safety around railroad tracks and equipment


• Keep facilities and equipment clean and maintained


• Recommend changes to the operation which may produce safer work processes, savings and efficiencies


• Abiding by yard rules, safety regulations and PPE requirements


• Accurately completing all required paperwork


• Abide by terminals processes and procedures relating to product transfers, quality assurance, safety, and operations


• Complete required training and certifications necessary to perform duties safely and effectively


• Other duties as assigned


• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

Education Qualifications Required

• High School or Equivalent

Skills and Abilities

• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance


• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule


• Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math


• Working knowledge of US Aggregates Safety and Operating principles


• Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping, and daily inventory


• Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management, or customer


• Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned


• Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, weekends


• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements


• Must possess and exhibit excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently to get things done


• Strong welding, torching, and maintenance skills preferred

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Must have the ability to continuously stand or walk on level or uneven ground


• Must have the ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairways and incline catwalks


• Must have the ability to bend, crouch and/or kneel at the waist or knees


• Must have the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50lbs


• Ability to work outside the majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions.


• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather

About US Aggregates

US Aggregates is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. With over 20 operations across Indiana, US Aggregates has been a customer-focused, innovative provider of high-quality essential stone, sand and gravel used in road construction, site prep and utilities, agriculture and erosion control. The company also specializes in industrial minerals like dolomitic and high-calcium products. Since 1967, US Aggregates has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality and community. US Aggregates is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.usagg.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.