HC - Operator - Loader

Fluor Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corporation is seeking a Loader Operator to support material handling and storage tasks at our Austin, Texas site. You will operate a front-end loader, follow safety standards, and coordinate daily with site supervisors and batch plant operators.

This role requires reading operator manuals, performing routine maintenance, and responding to equipment emergencies. You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in extreme conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment and loaders.
• Knowledge of rigging, safety practices, and hand signals.
• Ability to read operator manuals and perform maintenance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights or in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate loader to lift and transport bulk materials to storage areas and conveyors.
• Perform routine maintenance on loader, fueling and cleaning.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and batch plant operators on daily tasks.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental requirements; perform cleanup and material handling duties.
• Identify components and controls of equipment; assist with maintenance.
• Respond to equipment emergencies and read equipment operator manuals.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Rigging knowledge

Safety compliance

Reading instructions

Manual dexterity

Communication with supervisors

Tools

Front-end loader

Rigging equipment inspection

Equipment manuals reading

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.Job DescriptionFollow all health, safely, and environmental requirements; Perform cleanup duties; Perform material handling and storage duties; Identify, use, and care of common hand and power tools; Use and care of craft specific tools and equipment; Knowledge and application of craft related mathematics; Knowledge and use of safety standards and best safety practices relevant to rigging, Inspection of rigging equipment and hardware; Knowledge and application of common hitches, Emergency stop signal, Basic crane hand signals, Knot tying (bowline & clove hitch), and use of rigging equipment relevant to craft specific tasks; Identify equipment types; Perform equipment inspection, service and maintenance as required; Read and use equipment operator’s manual; Assist with equipment service and maintenance; Identify components and controls of equipment; Ability to respond to equipment emergency procedures; Operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks. Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to operate loader.; Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material.; Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drives vehicle to work site, and moves levers to dump material.; Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.; Lifts, transports, and deposits materials such as rock, soil, sand, other aggergates, and construction debris at designated sites.; Coordinates with site supervisors, including roadway and paving engineers and superintendents and batch plant operator regarding daily operational needs and prioritizes tasks accordingly.; All other duties as assigned.Job RequirementsMental Demands : Understand and carry out oral instructions; Read and carry out written instructions to perform work tasks; Work at varying heights; Recognize, avoid, and report safety hazards; Assemble and disassemble objects; Operate equipment and power toolsPhysical Demands : See hazards, safety warnings, and barriers; Bend knees for lifting and routine work tasks; Stoop for work positioning and lifting to perform work tasks; Lift maximum 50 lbs without assistance; Ability to comprehend, and respond to audible/visual instructions, alarms and warnings; Climb/balance on ladders, scaffolding, and structures for work tasks; Kneel for work positioning and work task performance; Reach above shoulders and away from body to perform work tasks; Demonstrate manual dexterity to perform work tasksWorking Conditions : Work in extreme heat or cold; Work where noise level is above 85 decibels; Work in wet/humid environment; Work in cramped quarters; Work in environment of fluctuating ventilation; Work inside and outsideWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.Salary is based upon experience. Base Salary: $21.00