Heavy Equipment Operator, Burroughs North

Edw. C. Levy Co.; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(K) with employer contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Job summary

Edw. C. Levy Co. in Saginaw, Michigan is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform functions involving the operation of off-road mobile equipment. Responsibilities include loading trucks, monitoring stockpile inventory, and performing preventative maintenance. Ideal candidates should possess mechanical aptitude, communication skills, and the ability to operate heavy equipment. This position offers a competitive benefits package, including medical and tuition reimbursement, and requires a Monday - Friday schedule starting at 6 AM.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to communicate effectively are essential.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment for loading and unloading.
• Monitor stockpile inventory and assist with maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Ability to Lift up to 50 lbs.

Mechanical aptitude

Knowledge and ability to operate heavy equipment

Knowledge of truck hauling capacities

Knowledge of loading and unloading procedures

Knowledge of materials and specification requirements

Effective communication skills

Valid license

Job description

If you’ve got a passion for heavy equipment, loved tonka toys as a kid, enjoy time outdoors, & get gratification working with a team to build a better environment for the next generation, Levy invites you to play in our sandbox.

The Levy Group of Companies is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at the Burroughs North location in Saginaw/Bay City, MI. The Heavy Equipment Operator performs all functions as it pertains to operating off‑road mobile equipment for the purpose of loading trucks, rail trucks, rail cars, feeding plant and stockpiling materials.

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6 AM start time.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Prescription, 401(K) with 3% Employer Contribution, Long- and Short-term Disability


• Tuition Reimbursement for qualified skilled trade programs


• Student Loan Repayment Program


• Employee Referral Program

Responsibilities

The Equipment Operator will:

• Operate mobile equipment such as excavator, bulldozer, loader and dredge


• Complete various functions such as digging pits, loading trucks, feeding hopper and bins with materials


• Load trucks with the correct materials without contamination while complying with the legal weight limit for the trucks


• Monitor stockpile inventory


• Assist Maintenance personnel with repairs


• Inspect machines and equipment to identify possible malfunctions


• Keep the work area clean and tidy


• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment (e.g. greasing, oiling, fueling, inspecting breaks, tires, seals and bearings.)


• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

• Ability to Lift up to 50 lbs.


• Mechanical aptitude


• Knowledge and ability to operate heavy equipment


• Knowledge of truck hauling capacities as well as loading and unloading procedures


• Knowledge of equipment (e.g., conveyor lines, crusher, hot plant, and trucks)


• Knowledge of materials and specification requirements


• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, climb or crawl under or on top of equipment


• Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal format individually and in group settings


• Valid license

The Levy Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. The Levy Group of Companies makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.