Loader Operator

Mcaninch Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the grading and utility industry is seeking Heavy Equipment Operators in Des Moines, Iowa. The role requires expertise in operating track loaders with a focus on safety and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in construction environments and be prepared for a physically demanding job. Our operators enjoy competitive hourly wages and substantial benefits, including a fully funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Join a company committed to employee ownership and excellence in construction.

Benefits

100% company-paid health insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Overtime pay after 40 hours

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience operating heavy equipment, particularly track loaders.
• Reliable transportation to job sites required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate track loaders and other equipment for construction tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and conduct minor equipment maintenance.
• Work outside under various weather conditions for 10-12 hours.

Skills

Knowledge of backfilling excavations

Proficiency with CAT controls

Experience operating heavy equipment

Ability to perform manual labor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Specialty tools

Job description

McAninch Corporation is a leader in the grading and underground utility industry in Central Iowa. We are a 100% employee-owned company that has been recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace for the last 7 years. We partner with a wide variety of clients to provide the groundwork and underground utilities (water, sanitary, and stormwater) for residential and industrial construction projects.

Position Description:

Our Heavy Equipment Operators operate track loaders for the installation of water, sewer, and stormwater underground pipes. Operators are needed on all types of projects, such as highways and bridges, residential, and industrial construction. This position requires knowledge of how to backfill excavations and work around underground utilities. Operators may also be required to operator other equipment, including but not limited to excavators, skid steers, and compactors. Operators typically operate equipment for up to 10-12 hours per day and 5-6 days per week. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and perform light maintenance such as cleaning/greasing equipment, checking fluids, and fueling equipment. Some manual labor required such as shoveling.

McAninch Corporation utilizes CAT equipment. Applicants should be proficient with CAT controls and have experience running CAT 963 or 973 Track Loaders.

Job Requirements:

• Operate heavy equipment safely and as directed by foremen.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time, typically up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to sit, stand, climb, bend, kneel, crawl and squat as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 75 lbs independently.
• Availability to work 10-12 hours per day. A typical week is approximately 50-60 hours. Some weekends required based on production deadlines and weather delays.
• Ability to work outside 100% of the time, including in hot, cold and wet conditions. Employees are expected to dress appropriately.

Qualifications:

• 3 or more years experience operating heavy equipment, specifically track loaders, in a construction environment.
• Knowledge of how to backfill excavations and work around underground utilities required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reliable transportation to report directly to the job site each morning. This position may require travel for an extended period of time within 2 hours of Des Moines.
• Experience in construction required.
• Experience using basic hand tools (hammer, sledgehammer, shovel) or specialty tools (quickie-saw, pipe cutter, etc.) preferred.

Compensation:

Our operators earn up to $38.32 per hour, depending on experience. McAninch pays 100% of all benefits, including health insurance premiums and pension dues, as provided by Local 234 Operators Union. Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a 100% company-funded retirement plan that awards shares in McAninch Corporation without a penny coming out of your paycheck. Additionally, McAninch includes all union employees in the ESOP, so we are truly 100% employee owned!

Overtime is paid after 40 hours per week and employees are paidweeklyon every Friday.

McAninch Corporation is a seasonal construction contractor. Our active season typically lasts from mid-April through mid-December. Applicants should be aware that year-round work is not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.