Loader Operator

CRH; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401k with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

RiverBend Materials, a CRH company, seeks an operator to run front-end loaders, excavators, and a water truck to support aggregate production. Travel between Eugene and Corvallis sites as needed; great team player in a busy season.

Position requires 1–2 years loader/excavator experience, ability to perform basic math, and a valid driver's license. Overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays may be required during peak periods.

Qualifications

• One to two years Front-end Wheel Loader experience or training.
• Ability to add, subtract, and multiply.
• Valid drivers license.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines clean and maintained.
• Keep time and material records.
• Knowledge of weight requirements of loads leaving the pit.
• Travel to and from various locations.
• Assist labor crew including shoveling of materials and daily plant operations.
• Promptly communicate with paving crew on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Skills

Front-end Loader experience

Excavator operation

Valid driver’s license

Safety minded

Overtime availability

US work authorization

Tools

Wheel Loader equipment

Excavators

Water truck operation

Job description

Job ID: 527925

RiverBend Materials, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division family, values a culture of growth, development, and internal promotion. We are a dynamic, growth-oriented, national aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and construction family of companies. For over 80 years, we have worked to be the preferred source of quality rock products, concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services. We have been recognized by numerous organizations for our commitment to safety, customer service, and innovation.

Position Overview

This position involves the safe and efficient operation of front-end loaders, excavators, and a water truck to assist with the production of aggregates. If you’re someone that has 1-2 years’ experience operating loaders/excavators, enjoys working during a busy season, and can work both independently and as a part of a team, this is the position for you. By doing so you’ll play an important role in reinventing the way our world is built. This position will require the incumbent to travel between the Eugene and Corvallis sites as needed for business demands.

Wage

$28/HR, with potential for overtime.

Location

Salem, OR and surrounding area.

Hours

Primarily work 10-12 hours per day 5 days per week, and up to 6 days per week per week as needed during the busy construction season. Must also have flexibility to work nights, and weekends as needed per business demands.

Minimum Qualifications

• One to two years Front-end Wheel Loader experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to add, subtract, and multiply.
• Valid drivers license.
• Safety minded professional who demonstrates good performance, attendance, and punctuality.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam and pre-employment controlled substance testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to conform to and maintain OSHA, MSHA, DOT and all other company or state rules and regulations.
• Must have current US Authorization to work or ability to obtain without company assistance prior to start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical skills, basic knowledge of aggregate products a plus.
• Experience with other kinds of heavy equipment a plus.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties And Functions)

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently by utilizing equipment within its designed parameters.
• Responsible for safe slopes on excavations and proper barricading.
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance or refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Keep machines clean and maintained.
• Keep time and material records.
• Knowledge of weight requirements of loads leaving the pit.
• Travel to and from various locations.
• Assist labor crew including shoveling of materials and daily plant operations.
• Promptly communicate with paving crew on any flaws in material.
• Take action to avoid potential hazards or obstructions.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to meet business needs.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Participate in and promote an inclusive work environment.

Company Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k with Roth option & 5% Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays (8 Static and 2 Floating)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Annual Merit Raises
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Earn More with our Employee Referral Program
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement

Physical Requirements

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

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move anywhere up to 50 lbs.
• Physical abilities test will be required.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; outside weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or heat.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Proper PPE will be provided by our team, but please bring your own pair of steel toed boots.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• 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 large international organization.

RiverBend Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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