Equipment Operator - Retail (Roanoke, VA)

Chaney Enterprises; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chaney Enterprises in Roanoke, VA is seeking an Equipment Operator — Retail to safely receive, store, and stage raw materials for concrete production. You will operate front-end loaders and forklifts, load deliveries, and assist customers in the yard, coordinating with dispatch to maintain material flow.

Responsibilities include daily inspections, basic preventive maintenance, site cleanliness, environmental compliance, and supporting batching and yard operations while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Experience operating forklifts/front-end loaders in industrial settings.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance tasks.
• Strong verbal communication with operations management and customers.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions and safety procedures.
• Ability to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection reports accurately.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Receive, stock, and organize raw materials for production readiness.
• Operate front-end loaders, forklifts and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Load/unload deliveries and assist customers with materials in the yard.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and report findings.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and identify issues for escalation.
• Keep the plant site clean, organized, and compliant with practices.
• Support batching operations and coordinate with dispatch for scheduling.
• Monitor yard inventory and communicate shortages or discrepancies promptly.
• Follow safety protocols and use PPE correctly at all times.
• Perform general outdoor labor as required (sweeping, shoveling, etc.).

Skills

Forklifts/front-end loaders operation

Equipment maintenance

Verbal communication

Reading and following instructions

Pre-trip/post-trip inspections

Safety and environmental compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Non-Exempt (Eligible for Overtime) — This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, meaning the incumbent is eligible to receive overtime compensation for all hours worked in excess of forty per workweek.

Schedule:

Full-time; 40 hours per week; schedule as assigned; extended days and hours required as operational needs dictate.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position carries no supervisory responsibility.

Compensation Grade:

Position Summary

The Equipment Operator — Retail is responsible for the safe and efficient receipt, storage, and staging of raw materials in support of concrete production operations. The incumbent operates equipment including front-end loaders, forklifts, and related machinery, to load and unload deliveries and serve customer vehicles in the yard. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a clean, organized, and environmentally compliant yard and plant site. The Equipment Operator works in close coordination with the Retail Operations Manager and Dispatch to ensure uninterrupted material flow and operational continuity.

The following duties are considered essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Receives, stocks, and organizes raw materials in the yard to ensure proper storage and readiness for production.
• Operates front-end loaders, forklifts, and other related equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations.
• Loads and unloads inbound and outbound deliveries, and loads customer vehicles with requested materials in a timely and accurate manner.
• Completes all required pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and submits accurate daily inspection reports as required.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance on assigned equipment, including checking and replenishing fluid levels, lubricating grease points, and identifying mechanical issues for escalation.
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the plant site and yard at all times, including washing equipment exteriors, picking up debris, and ensuring all equipment is properly stored.
• Follies all applicable environmental regulations; promptly identifies and remediates spills or accumulations of excess material that present environmental or safety risks.
• Assists the Retail Operations Manager with batching operations and related plant duties as directed.
• Supports Dispatch and the Retail Operations Manager with truck and driver communications to facilitate efficient scheduling and material movement.
• Monitors yard inventory levels and communicates material shortages or discrepancies to the Operations Manager in a timely manner.
• Adheres to all workplace safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment, safe equipment operation practices, and hazard reporting procedures.
• Performs general outdoor labor as assigned, including sweeping, shoveling, relocating wheelbarrows, and retrieving equipment or supplies from designated locations.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, front-end loaders, or similar machinery in a commercial or industrial setting.
• Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance tasks, including fluid checks, greasing, and basic inspection procedures.
• Strong verbal communication skills sufficient to coordinate effectively with operations management, dispatch personnel, and customers.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions, safety procedures, and environmental compliance guidelines.
• Ability to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection reports accurately and legibly.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance in an outdoor or industrial environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience operating a forklift, front-end loader, or comparable heavy construction or yard equipment in a related industry setting.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.

Condition

Outdoor/Field SettingThe majority of work is performed outdoors in variable weather and field conditions.

Dust and Airborne Particulate ExposureThe incumbent is regularly exposed to dust generated by raw material handling and plant operations.

Chemical ExposureRegular exposure to concrete materials, chemical admixtures, truck cleaning agents, lubricating grease, and oil.

Fume and Odor ExposurePeriodic exposure to fumes and offensive smells associated with plant and equipment operations.

Moving Mechanical PartsClose and frequent proximity to moving mechanical parts on equipment and at the plant site.

Level

Loud

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made.

Physical Demand

Requirement / Frequency

• Lifting — Maximum
• Up to 100 lbs., as required
• Lifting — Repetitive
• Up to 100 lbs., on a recurring basis throughout the shift
• Carrying
• Approximately 50 lbs., as required
• Pushing and Pulling
• Approximately 100 lbs., as required
• Pinching and Gripping
• Approximately 50 lbs., as required
• Overhead Reaching
• Regularly, as tasks require
• Extended Reaching
• Regularly away from the body, as tasks require
• Approximately 4 hours per day
• Walking
• Approximately 3 hours per day
• Standing
• Approximately 2 hours per day
• Climbing and Kneeling
• Approximately 1 hour per day

Travel

This position is not expected to require regular travel; however, the incumbent may occasionally be required to travel to alternate company locations or job sites as operational needs dictate.

Chaney Enterprises 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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Chaney Enterprises is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. Employees requesting an accommodation should contact Human Resources.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as business needs change. | Chaney Enterprises Human Resources