Loader Operator

Westernsandandgravel; Fremont (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Company Background
Western Sand & Gravel, an affiliated NEBCO Company, mines aggregates along the Platte River near Ashland, Louisville, and Fremont, Nebraska. Concrete aggregate makes up 70 percent of the mines’ product. For more information, visit www.westernsand.com.

NEBCO, Inc.
NEBCO’s story has been one of longevity, diversity and continued growth. NEBCO is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business, with more than 1,100 employees spanning 50 locations across Nebraska. Since 1908, NEBCO has grown to become one of Nebraska’s most diversified and successful privately-owned businesses. For more information about NEBCO, visit www.nebcoinc.com.

Position Summary
Operates straight or articulated rubber tired tractor type vehicle equipped with front mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load trucks or railcars. Provides other support/mechanical facility work. Abides by Company Safety Program and Policies while performing duties safely. Consistent and reliable attendance is required.

Key Responsibilities

1. Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel or joystick to operate loader.
2. Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front end loader forward to force bucket into bulk materials.
3. Moves levers to raise and tilt bucket when filled, drives vehicle to work site, and moves levers to dump material.
4. Provides repairs and support services for a gravel pit operation by doing general labor work, mechanical work, rebuilding pumps, and various maintenance work that may be required.
5. Performs routine maintenance on loader such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
6. Assures safe operation of equipment.

Position Requirements and Education

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience with heavy equipment and/or manual labor on plant equipment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to occasionally lift/move between 25-70 pounds.

Condition of Employment
Candidate is required to meet the above qualifications, task frequency, and PPE requirements. Approval of pre-employment reference & background checks, and post-offer drug/alcohol testing with fit for employment screening (if required) are required as conditions of employment.

Accessibility
If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at
Phone: Call us at 402-434-1212
Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.