Heavy Equipment Loader Operator, union

Oldcastle Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ohio, specializing in aggregates and paving services, seeks a Loader Operator to assist with daily production duties. This role involves operating heavy equipment, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining machinery. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma and a commitment to quality, teamwork, and safety.

Benefits

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical and dental benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Opportunities for growth and development

Qualifications

• Must join Local 18 IUOE within 30 days of employment.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Must be willing to travel and work nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Primary operation of a Loader and other heavy equipment.
• Maintenance and lubricating of equipment.
• Report to job site on time and follow safety practices.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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The Shelly Company, a CRH company, is a vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete and paving services throughout the state of Ohio. Our commitment to quality drives us to use the most modern, efficient and environmentally friendly technology in our industry. The Shelly Company is known throughout the industry for innovation, quality and for our commitment to safety.

Position Overview
To assist the Plant Operator with daily production duties by operating heavy equipment and performing other miscellaneous plant related functions. Candidate must join Local 18 IUOE within 30 days of employment.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
The duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
• Primary operation of a Loader, with ability to operate various other pieces of heavy equipment, depending on the job site, accurately, efficiently and safely.
• Must be able to ramp all stockpiles and load customers safely and in a timely fashion.
• Must be able to assist in the event of a breakdown.
• Clean up around plants and surrounding area.
• Lubricate and perform general maintenance on the equipment.
• Ability to follow directions.

Other Requirements
• Employee must join Local 18 IUOE within 30 days of employment.
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.
• Strict adherence to Shelly Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Book of Policies.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all Shelly Company employees. Employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to do routine paperwork.

Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is regularly exposed to wet, humid condition airborne particles, and extreme heat or cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and may require protective equipment.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

The Shelly Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH 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, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Date: May 30, 2025

Nearest Major Market: Toledo
Nearest Secondary Market: Cleveland