Heavy Equipment Operator

Apac---Kansas---Kansas-City; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

Retirement savings program

Wellness programs

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

APAC- Inc., Kansas City, a CRH company, is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator for outdoor quarry production. You will operate drills, loaders, dozers and other heavy equipment under general foreman supervision, performing daily safety checks and basic maintenance.

The role requires lifting up to 75 lbs, climbing ladders, and working in varied weather conditions. Six months of related experience and a high school diploma are preferred, with MSHA safety knowledge beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 6 months experience operating smaller loader, dozer or off-road equipment.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds and work outdoors in variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and service equipment daily, checking oil, hydraulics, coolant, fluids.
• Load and operate machines safely, with focus on productivity and safety.
• Assist mechanic with minor repairs and routine maintenance.
• Keep work area clean and report potential problems.
• Work under foreman supervision with standard policies.
• Participate in drug testing and comply with drug/alcohol policy.

Skills

Machine operation

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Reading/Math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Heavy Equipment Operator (528770)

Requisition ID528770-Posted09/11/2026-AMAT-APAC - Kansas - Kansas City-Full Time-Production Workers-United States-Kansas

APAC- Inc., Kansas City, is a CRH company. CRH is the leading vertically integrated supplier of asphalt, aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, and paving and construction services in North America. Our 24,100 employees at 1,300 operating locations provide our customers with top-quality, innovative products and services. From coast to coast, CRH delivers quality, dependable results to customers ranging from federal agencies to small construction companies. APAC is a great place to grow!

Operates heavy, off-road type equipment (examples: drills, loaders, dozers, trucks, service equipment, excavator), typically found in quarry applications and/or provides manual labor at ground level, involving various duties around a quarry production facility including welding. Job is outdoors, weather related, involving manual skills, some math and reasoning and continuous safety applications around heavy equipment. The work is in a safety sensitive environment.

Works from general supervision from foreman on routine duties with standard policies and procedures. Refers problems and questions to foreman.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Knowledge of MSHA (Mine Safety and Health Administration) rules, training practices, first aid and any other rules of safety as applicable to the specific task.
• Services assigned machine before starting operation daily – checks oil levels, hydraulic, coolant and other fluids. Visual check of tires and overall machine condition. Checks entire machine for safe operation ability.
• Fuels assigned machine with diesel fuel from storage tanks.
• Operate assigned machine in safe fashion as it applies to one's self and fellow crew members. Operate machine in as efficient, productive fashion possible with highest production rate applicable.
• Perform plant maintenance with minor repairs and assist mechanic.
• Clean around plant – requires shoveling.
• Keeps work area clean, orderly and inform supervisor of any potential problem developments.
• Assists mechanic with any breakdowns, hose repairs, welding or scheduled maintenance on machine. May include extended downtime and lifting duties.
• Utility and ground crew shall perform their assigned job and report any discrepancies to their supervisor.
• Must submit to random drug testing, as selected, and comply with Company Drug and Alcohol Policy.
• Dependable and reliable attendance.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Skill in machine operation, maintenance and safety around other individuals and machines. Typically, a very active, mobile individual since machinery has rough operation, driving over pit floors, dumping large loads and working around large rocks and possibly muddy conditions. Must be capable of lifting 75 pounds, climbing 8-10 foot ladders to reach operator’s cab and sitting for long periods of time utilizing both left and right hand operators’ controls and steering wheel simultaneously. Also, requires simultaneous coordination of possibly three (3) foot control pedals.

Education

High school graduation or equivalent preferred.

Experience

Six months minimum on smaller loader, dozer or off-road type machinery preferred.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodations provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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.

APAC-Inc., Kansas City, 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.

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