Heavy Equipment Operator - Quarry & Materials

Beatrice Sand & Gravel; Beatrice (NE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Beatrice Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, operates equipment at our Nebraska sites to support production and sales of aggregates. This role requires safely operating rubber tire loader, track loader, dozer, rockdrill, skid loader, excavator or haul truck and to assist with maintenance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, prior heavy equipment experience or an equivalent combination, a valid Nebraska driver's license, and be willing to obtain heavy equipment certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; and/or extensive heavy equipment experience.
• Valid NE driver's license and insurability; ability to become certified on heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and mobile equipment to support production and sales at the plant site.
• Start engine, shift gears, and operate controls to move equipment.
• Maintain site, equipment and shop following safety standards; perform basic maintenance and housekeeping.
• Complete required inspection sheets; grease, change oil, and service equipment as needed.
• Work flexible hours and be able to work late or irregular shifts.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Manual dexterity

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Heavy equipment experience

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Beatrice Sand & Gravel, a NEBCO Company, operates equipment at our Nebraska sites to support production and sales of aggregates. This role requires safely operating rubber tire loader, track loader, dozer, rockdrill, skid loader, excavator or haul truck and to assist with maintenance.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, prior heavy equipment experience or an equivalent combination, a valid Nebraska driver's license, and be willing to obtain heavy equipment certification.