Loader Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc., in Springdale, AR, seeks an experienced Loader Operator to support civil construction projects. You will operate loaders and other heavy equipment safely, load and transport materials, and assist with earthwork, trenching, and site development under supervision.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, especially loaders on civil sites, and familiarity with underground utilities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, with loader experience on civil construction projects.
• Experience around underground wet utilities (water, sewer, drainage) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication skills and safety-conscious attitude.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently on construction projects.
• Load, transport, stockpile, and distribute materials including soil, aggregate, rock, sand, and pipe bedding material.
• Support underground utility crews involved in water, sewer, storm sewer, and drainage installations.
• Assist with excavation, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation activities.
• Maintain proper grades and material placement in accordance with project specifications.
• Work closely with foremen, operators, and laborers to ensure work is completed safely and on schedule.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and utility excavation requirements.
• Assist with general earthwork and site development operations as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Loader operation

Heavy equipment operation

Reading construction plans

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Underground utilities experience

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Loader Operator to join our construction team. The ideal candidate will have experience working on underground utility projects, site development, and earthwork operations, with the ability to safely and efficiently operate loaders in support of excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and material handling activities. This position plays a key role in maintaining project productivity, safety, and quality while working closely with utility crews, operators, and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently on construction projects.
• Load, transport, stockpile, and distribute materials including soil, aggregate, rock, sand, and pipe bedding material.
• Support underground utility crews involved in water, sewer, storm sewer, and drainage installations.
• Assist with excavation, trenching, backfilling, and site preparation activities.
• Maintain proper grades and material placement in accordance with project specifications.
• Work closely with foremen, operators, and laborers to ensure work is completed safely and on schedule.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and utility excavation requirements.
• Assist with general earthwork and site development operations as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of heavy equipment operating experience, with significant experience operating loaders on civil construction projects.
• Experience working around underground wet utilities, including water, sewer, storm sewer, or drainage systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

About Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation. Join the ESS team today!