Loader Operator

Allan Myers, Inc; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated equipment operator to join their team at the Reading Asphalt Plant. This role offers the opportunity to operate heavy construction equipment while ensuring safety and compliance with operational standards. The company values growth from within, providing extensive training and benefits to help you build a rewarding career in the thriving construction sector. Join a team that takes pride in making a positive impact on the community through high-quality infrastructure projects. If you are driven and ready to grow, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Generous Benefits

Extensive Training

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of equipment operating experience required.
• Valid driver’s license is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy construction equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform maintenance duties on machines including cleaning and greasing.
• Discuss daily work plans with the field manager.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Maintenance Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Allan Myers is looking for a dedicated, hard-working equipment operator to join our team of professionals at our Reading Asphalt Plant. Learn and grow within our company; we promote from within and provide great benefits.

This non-exempt position operates one or more types of heavy construction equipment to perform various tasks. Responsible for safe operation of machines, maintenance, and upkeep of equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Performs equipment maintenance duties such as cleaning, greasing and oiling machines.
• Adjusts hand levers and depresses pedals to operate equipment and control attachments such as blades, buckets, and swing booms.
• Discusses plans for the day's work with field manager, reviews blueprints if necessary and determines best method of getting assigned work done safely, accurately, and on time.
• Make judgments regarding the most efficient operations of equipment and attachments.
• Compliance with Allan Myers Polices including but not limited to.
  • Equipment repair / maintenance procedures and Operator Safety Standards
  • Safety, Safety, Safety!
  • “Home Safe Tonight” and related policies

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of equipment operating experience required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) a plus.
• Related work experience required.

Overview

Our Company Does Work That Matters

Allan Myers is the largest heavy civil construction and materials production contractor in the mid-Atlantic. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.

At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.

Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.