Heavy Equipment Operator/Floater

The Concrete Company; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing team in the construction materials industry as a Heavy Equipment Operator. This role is crucial for safely operating various heavy machinery, including large excavators and haul trucks, to support mining activities. You will be responsible for conducting pre-operational checks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe work environment. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a well-established company that values its employees. If you have the skills and experience to handle heavy equipment and a passion for the industry, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Production bonus

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment including large excavators and haul trucks.
• Understanding of safety regulations and ability to maintain safe work sites.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely to support mining activities.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and maintain equipment.

Skills

Operating large excavators

Safety regulations knowledge

Good vision and spatial ability

Good eye-hand coordination

Physical strength and stamina

Teamwork

Plant maintenance experience

Quarry experience

Tools

Haul trucks

Articulated haul trucks

Loaders

Dozers

Komatsu 980

Large excavators (80K lbs. to 110K lbs.)

Komatsu HM400 40-ton

Caterpillar 980

Komatsu WA500

Job description

With over 20 years of experience in the aggregates business and more than 60 years in the construction materials industry, Foley Materials Company continues to grow and we want YOU to join our team. American Owned. American Operated.

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating various types of heavy equipment in a safe manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life while supporting mining activities. Heavy equipment will include, but is not limited to, haul trucks, articulated haul trucks, loaders, dozers, Komatsu 980, large excavators (80K lbs. to 110K lbs.), Komatsu HM400 40-ton, front-end wheel loaders, Caterpillar 980, and Komatsu WA500. Duties include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate all equipment in a safe manner and for its intended use while supporting mining activities.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate, and refill equipment as necessary; notify management of all damaged or unsafe equipment or tools.
• Operate heavy equipment to excavate, move, load, and grade earth, rock, gravel, or other materials during mining-related activities and to move, load, and unload materials and supplies.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled or required, including removing personal belongings and trash from the cab and cleaning up spills.
• Interact with internal or external customers in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner that contributes toward a positive and productive worksite.
• Perform plant maintenance as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k) with match, PTO, and production bonus.

Pre-employment drug test/background check will be conducted.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

Experience and Skills:

Qualifications:

• Experience operating large excavators ranging from 80,000 lbs. to 110,000 lbs.; articulating haul trucks, Komatsu HM400 40-ton, front-end wheel loaders, Caterpillar 980, and Komatsu WA500 is required.
• Sound understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices, and work procedures, and be capable of assisting in maintaining safe work sites.
• Good vision and spatial ability.
• Good eye-hand coordination and good manual dexterity.
• Physical strength and stamina.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Plant maintenance experience is a plus.
• Previous quarry experience is preferred.