Equipment Operator - ReadyMix (Ashland, VA)

Chaney Enterprises; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A concrete manufacturing company is seeking a Yard Operator to manage raw materials, ensure equipment maintenance, and maintain a safe working environment. The role involves inspecting equipment, maintaining aggregate levels, and performing safety checks. Candidates should have experience with heavy equipment and possess basic computer skills. Physical demands include lifting heavy materials and working outdoors. Join this dynamic team and contribute to a well-organized production environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating a front-end loader or other heavy equipment preferred.
• Verbal communication skills are required.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to learn company software applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure raw materials are properly received, stored and loaded for production.
• Perform routine maintenance on plant equipment.
• Inspect the plant for greasing and maintenance requirements.
• Maintain proper levels of aggregates and admixtures.
• Take samples and perform tests as necessary.

Job description

The Yard Operator is responsible for ensuring raw materials are properly received, stored and loaded for production. Performs routine maintenance on plant equipment and ensures that the yard area is properly maintained and organized.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure that the concrete plant and related equipment are operating properly at all times by inspecting the plant for greasing, checking oil fluid levels, adding grease and oil as required, and keeping plant and equipment clean and free of excess material.
• Maintain proper levels of aggregates and admixtures, including keeping the hoppers full of aggregates. Notify the Concrete Plant Manager of impending shortages in a timely manner.
• Take samples and perform tests as necessary and complete required documentation/reports. Inform Technical Services of any quality problems that need resolving.
• Keep equipment and plant site clean at all times by washing the outside of the plant and equipment whenever necessary, maintaining plant grounding, picking up trash and other items from grounds, and making sure that all equipment is in its proper place.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe manner.
• Perform all pre and post-trip inspections and complete daily inspection reports.
• Follow all environmental regulations and clean up any excess material that could cause environmental problems.
• Assist the Concrete Plant Manager in batching and other duties when necessary.
• Assist Dispatch and the Concrete Plant Manager in truck/driver communications.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and outside labor as requested, which may include, but not limited to, cleaning up around the plant, sweeping, shoveling, moving wheelbarrows, picking up equipment or supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Assist with the clean-up of concrete and material spills.
• Fill in for colleagues (at other locations) as needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Work time will be outdoor/field.
• Exposure to dust and fumes/offensive smells.
• Exposure to chemicals such as concrete, chemical admixtures, truck cleaner, grease and oil.
• Close proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Noise level will be moderate to loud.

Physical Demands:

• Lift a maximum weight of 100 lbs., repetitively lift 100 lbs., carry approximately 50 lbs., push/pull approximately 100 lbs., and pinch/grip approximately 50 lbs.
• Reach overhead and reach away from the body.
• Sit 4 hours per day, walk 3 hours per day, stand 2 hours per day, and climb or kneel the other 1 hour per day.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

• Experience operating a front-end loader or other heavy equipment preferred.

Special Skills:

• Verbal communication.
• Basic computer knowledge. Ability to learn and use the company dispatch system, iPad, and company software applications.

Certifications: