Equipment Operator - Sedalia, MO

Capital Quarries Inc.; Sedalia, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Materials in Sedalia, MO is seeking an Equipment Operator for our quarry. You will operate heavy equipment safely in varying weather, perform routine maintenance, and communicate daily with the foreman and team. The role is full-time with competitive pay and benefits.

The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, outdoor work in all weather, and willingness to travel if needed. This opportunity offers pay ranging from $18 to $28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications, with

Qualifications

• Experience in the operations of heavy equipment.
• Punctual with strong work ethic and good attendance.
• Ability to work as part of a team on projects.
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to work overtime, nights, weekends as needed.
• Stand for extended periods.
• Reliable transportation.
• Willing to travel/work out of town.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently under varying weather conditions.
• Operate heavy construction equipment such as scrapers, graders, blades, trenchers, rock cutters, loaders, bulldozers.
• Perform routine maintenance to keep equipment clean and operable.
• Communicate with foreman and coworkers about daily job specifications.
• Operate power driven machinery such as jack hammer or tamper.
• Be flexible and take on other responsibilities as needed by management.
• Work with hand tools and perform general labor as required.
• Work in a variety of positions throughout the day.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Punctuality

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CMC Quarry - Sedalia, MO - Sedalia, MO 65301
Position Type: Full Time

Capital Materials is looking to fill an Equipment Operator position for our Sedalia, MO Quarry. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $18 to $28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner under varying weather conditions, while exposed to dampness, fumes, dust, electrical, mechanical and traffic hazards
• Operate one or more of the following pieces of heavy construction equipment skillfully, safely, and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations: scrapers, heavy graders, motor graders or blades, large trenchers, rock cutters, front end loaders (four cubic yards and over), heavy steel wheeled rollers, bulldozers and other light weight, medium weight, and heavy-duty equipment
• Routine maintenance on the equipment, to include keeping equipment clean and operable
• Communicate with foreman and coworkers regarding the daily job specifications.
• Operate power driven machinery such as jack hammer, tamper, or other similarly sized equipment.
• Due to changes and modifications in the job from time to time, employees are required to be flexible and assume other responsibilities assigned by management as deemed necessary
• Work with powered and non-powered hand tools (i.e. rakes, shovels, etc.)
• Work in a variety of positions throughout the day including standing, stooping, bending at the waist, at waist level, shoulder height and above the head
• Perform general labor duties when necessary

QualificationsREQUIREMENTS

• Experience in the operations of heavy equipment
• Must be punctual, have a strong work ethic, and maintain a good attendance record.
• Must be able to work as a team on all projects
• Lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Work overtime, nights, weekends, as needed
• Stand for extended periods of time
• Reliable transportation
• Willing to travel/work out of town
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check

This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance and short and long-term disability.

EEO/Employer/Vet/Disabled

Capital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.