Loader Operator

United Infrastructure; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation construction seeks a Loader Operator to safely operate heavy equipment, perform maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety protocols. The role requires a Heavy Equipment Operator certificate and offers competitive salaries and benefits.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salaries

Generous Performance Bonuses

Robust Subsistence Allowances

Comprehensive Health Plans

Strong 401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan

Life and Disability Insurance

Training, Education, Certification Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience preferred.
• Must observe safety procedures and report unsafe conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Loader and other heavy equipment safely.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Follow directions from supervisors.

Skills

Safety Procedures

Knowledge of Road Construction Equipment

Knowledge of Road Construction Materials

Knowledge of Road Construction Processes

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Job description

United Infrastructure Group continues to be a leader in the transportation construction industry in the southeast with a 100+ year history of delivering successful projects by hiring exceptional employees to work in a professional family environment. UIG is committed to developing the best workforce possible by constantly recruiting, training, and promoting construction industry professionals throughout our organization.

Our comprehensive benefits package is custom designed to achieve that goal through access to the following benefits :

• Highly Competitive Salaries
• Generous Performance Bonuses
• Robust Subsistence Allowances
• Comprehensive Health Plans (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Strong 401k Savings and Profit-Sharing Plan with 100% Matching Contributions up to 4% of compensation
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Training, Education, Certification, and Qualification Assistance

Note : Benefits may vary based on position and length of employment.

Role Overview: Loader Operator

Typical Duties include but are not limited to:

• Operate the Loader and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Understand and follow directions from supervisors as to required work area.
• Operate Loader controls to lower and tilt bucket and drive forward to force bucket into bulk material; Move lever to raise and tilt bucket when filled, or to dump material.
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
• Operate Loader on public or private roadways, maintaining proper awareness of one’s surroundings.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the Loader.
• Operate other heavy equipment and other construction related duties as required.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company’s general procedures.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience preferred.
• Must observe safety procedures and report any potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Knowledge of road construction equipment.
• Knowledge of road construction materials and road construction processes.
• Must follow policies and procedures and support UIG’s Mission.

REQUIREMENTS: ALL Applicants must be:

• 18 years of Age
• Heavy Equipment Operator certificate or credential, preferred.
• Able to pass a Drug Test
• Legally Eligible to Work in the US
• Additional Requirements forLoader Operator:
• Must have own transportation to and from jobsite every work day (driver's license required).
• Must provide own hand tools (excluding power tools), if applicable.
• May be expected to travel where the project requires (multi-state opportunities).
• Must be able to physically and repetitively lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a routine basis.

UIG IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY (EOE) AFFIRMATIVE ACTION (AA) EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.