Ground Hand / Utility Laborer

Drake General Contractors LLC; Fort Towson (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

C-Rae Materials is seeking a dependable Ground Hand / Utility Laborer to support our quarry team in Oklahoma. This hands-on role focuses on keeping the plant clean, assisting with equipment, and helping maintain safe operations in an outdoor setting.

The position offers on-site work with training provided for MSHA compliance. Previous quarry or construction experience is preferred, but the right candidate will be trained to perform essential duties safely.

Qualifications

• Experience in quarry, construction, or industrial labor preferred; training offered.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and follow instructions.
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic; team player.
• Willingness to complete MSHA training.
• overtime, weekends, and varying schedules may be required.
• Experience operating skid steers or heavy equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Clean around crushers, screens, conveyors and equipment.
• Remove spilled material and debris using shovels and brooms.
• Assist with maintenance and repairs under supervision.
• Identify and report equipment problems and unsafe conditions.
• Operate skid steers and other equipment after training.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures and MSHA safety rules.

Skills

Hand tools

Teamwork

Reliability

Safety-first mindset

Tools

Skid steers

Job description

C-Rae Materials is hiring a dependable Ground Hand / Utility Laborer to support our quarry team. This hands-on position helps keep our plant clean, equipment maintained, and daily operations running safely. Previous experience is helpful, but we are willing to train the right person.

Position Summary

The Ground Hand / Utility Laborer supports daily quarry operations by keeping work areas clean, assisting with equipment and plant maintenance, and helping the team maintain safe, efficient production. This position involves hands‑on outdoor work around crushing, screening, and material handling equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean around crushers, screens, conveyors, transfer points, and other plant equipment.
• Remove spilled material and debris using shovels, brooms, and other tools.
• Assist with routine maintenance and repairs, including replacing screens, rollers, belts, and other components under supervision.
• Help identify and report equipment problems, material blockages, and unsafe conditions.
• Assist with water hoses, dust control, and general site upkeep.
• Carry tools, supplies, and materials needed for maintenance and production.
• Operate assigned equipment only after receiving required training and authorization.
• Follow MSHA requirements, company safety procedures, and applicable lockout/tagout procedures. Never clear jams or work on equipment until it has been properly isolated and secured.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and communicate with operators before entering equipment work areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support quarry operations.
• Assist with minor plant maintenance and repairs, including bearing replacements, rollers, belts, and other components under supervision.
• Operate skid steers and other support equipment after completing required training and receiving authorization.
• Help move materials, clean work areas, and transport tools and supplies using assigned equipment.
• Follow required lockout/tagout procedures before assisting with maintenance or clearing equipment.

Qualifications

• Previous quarry, construction, or industrial labor experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and follow instructions.
• Dependable attendance, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to complete required MSHA training.
• Availability to work overtime, weekends, and varying schedules as needed.
• Experience operating skid steers or other heavy equipment is a plus. Basic mechanical skills and previous maintenance experience are preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, dust, noise, and other quarry conditions.
• Frequently stand, walk on uneven ground, bend, stoop, climb, and shovel.
• Lift and carry tools and materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or lifting equipment as needed.
• Perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.