Front-End Loader Operator - Aggregate Production

CalPortland; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

CalPortland is seeking a Loader/Aggregate Operator to load customer trucks with a front-end loader and manage wash plant bins. The role involves safe operation, routine inspections, and accurate reporting to ensure consistent product quality.

Responsibilities include operating loaders and other heavy equipment, maintaining production records, and complying with environmental and safety standards. A high school diploma or GED is required along with experience in a heavy equipment setting.

Qualifications

• Experience as a heavy equipment operator.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of MSHA rules and regulations.
• Welding and cutting experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Performs safety/quality/mechanical inspections of the plant and mobile equipment.
• Addresses housekeeping issues within the work area.
• Operates loaders, excavators, haul trucks, skid steers and bull dozers.
• Understands the process flow of the plant and is diligent in producing a quality product.
• Accurately completes and maintains reports and compliance records (maintenance, environmental, safety & production).
• Successfully completes and maintains Method 9 Emissions certification.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Verbal and written communication

MSHA rules knowledge

Welding and cutting experience

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Front-end loader

Excavators

Haul trucks

Skid steers

Bull dozers

Job description

CalPortland is seeking a Loader/Aggregate Operator to load customer trucks with a front-end loader and manage wash plant bins. The role involves safe operation, routine inspections, and accurate reporting to ensure consistent product quality.

Responsibilities include operating loaders and other heavy equipment, maintaining production records, and complying with environmental and safety standards. A high school diploma or GED is required along with experience in a heavy equipment setting.