Heavy Equipment Operator I – Aggregates

Capitol Aggregates, Inc; Poteet (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Paid Leave

Disability insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Capitol Aggregates is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely inspect, operate, and service heavy mobile and plant equipment in support of aggregate production. The role involves excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling and maintaining a strong safety culture.

You will perform pre/post-shift inspections, assist with material handling, feeding crushers, stockpiling, and loading, and help with basic servicing. Overtime and varying shifts may be required to meet production demands.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years experience operating heavy mobile equipment strongly preferred.
• Prior aggregates, mining, quarry, or construction experience preferred.
• Familiarity with MSHA safety standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate heavy equipment such as haul trucks, water trucks, loaders, skid steers, backhoes, dredges, and portable plant equipment.
• Perform required pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and promptly report issues.
• Support plant operations through material handling, feeding crushers/screens, stockpiling, and loading activities.
• Complete housekeeping and ground support duties to maintain safe, efficient work areas.
• Assist with basic servicing, minor maintenance, and area safety audits.
• Follow all company, plant, and MSHA safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Safety focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience operating heavy equipment

Job description

Capitol Aggregates is seeking an Equipment Operator to safely inspect, operate, and service heavy mobile and plant equipment in support of aggregate production. The role involves excavation, hauling, processing, stockpiling and maintaining a strong safety culture.

You will perform pre/post-shift inspections, assist with material handling, feeding crushers, stockpiling, and loading, and help with basic servicing. Overtime and varying shifts may be required to meet production demands.