Loader Operator

Oldcastle Inc.; Paola (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled operators to manage heavy equipment in a dynamic outdoor environment. This role involves operating a front end loader to transport bulk materials while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. You will be part of a team that values performance and safety, working in a rugged setting that offers both challenges and rewards. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their career in a supportive and inclusive culture. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

Highly Competitive Base Pay

Comprehensive Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Disability Benefits

Group Retirement Savings Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Opportunities for Growth and Development

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment in outdoor settings.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Operate front end loader to move bulk materials safely.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Routine Maintenance

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Front End Loader

Job description

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard and Echelon hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living and MoistureShield fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete and Amerimix packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.

Job Summary

Operators will operate a front end loader in a rugged outdoor, unpaved environment to move bulk material throughout a manufacturing facility while adhering to safety policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

1. Read job specifications to determine operator adjustments and material requirements
2. Perform routine maintenance to include lubricating, fueling and cleaning
3. Inspect and complete equipment report daily
4. Ability to move levers, shift gears, depress pedals and maneuver steering wheel to operate equipment

Job Requirements

1. At least 2 years’ experience using heavy equipment
2. High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
3. Able to sit for extended periods in operation of equipment on varying surfaces (paved, dirt, multilevel)
4. The employee is regularly required to lift and move up to 50lbs. Occasionally the employee may need to lift up to 65lbs; should this be the case, employees should engage in team lifting and/or use the provided equipment to safely lift
5. Able to climb up & down from cab heights with ease multiple times per hour
6. Must be able to work safely in a busy mulch yard, judging distances and operating equipment with precision.
7. Must be able to work effectively in extreme outdoor climate(s) - cold, heat, rain, fog

What CRH Offers You

1. Highly competitive base pay
2. Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
3. Group retirement savings program
4. Health and wellness programs
5. A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability.