Loader Operator

CRH; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and disabilityBenefits

Retirement savings plan

Health and wellness programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

CRH's Standard Materials Group, Inc. seeks an experienced Loader Operator to safely load materials, assist with batch plants, and support project goals. You will work with a team to move materials efficiently while maintaining safety standards.

You'll operate rubber-tired or crawler loaders, perform routine inspections, and help mentor newer teammates. This role demands endurance, outdoor work, and a commitment to safety and quality in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating loaders or similar heavy equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and overtime.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
• Provide valid I-9 documentation for employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate rubber-tired or crawler-type loaders to excavate, move, and load materials.
• Load trucks and manage material from stockpiles to support project needs.
• Maintain communication with team members to ensure safety in tight spaces.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operation equipment inspections and document findings.
• Conduct routine servicing; escalate significant repairs to Foreman.
• Adhere to all safety policies, OSHA and MSHA regulations.
• Support and mentor less-experienced team members in equipment operation and safety.
• Assist with general labor duties to ensure project success.

Skills

Loader operation

Heavy equipment experience

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job ID: 527539

Elevate Your Career with a Commitment to Safety, Excellence, and Teamwork

Standard Materials Group, Inc. is a CRH company producing and providing Ready Mix and Materials transportation serving Arkansas and Oklahoma. Standard Materials Group, Inc. and its founding companies have been serving our customers since early in the 20th Century and look forward to continued success in the 21st Century!

About Opportunity

Are you an experienced equipment operator eager to work with a company that values safety, professionalism, and growth? We are seeking a skilled Loader Operator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a vital part in our operations by safely and efficiently handling materials, supporting project goals, and contributing to a positive and collaborative work environment.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a company that prioritizes safety, integrity, and employee development.
• Work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive, team-focused environment.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a respected industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate rubber-tired or crawler-type loaders equipped with scoop-type buckets to excavate, move, and load materials.
• Load trucks, manage material from stockpiles, and charge batch plants, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of materials to support project needs.
• Maintain constant communication and visual contact with team members to ensure safety, especially when maneuvering equipment in tight spaces.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operation equipment inspections, documenting findings as required by company standards.
• Conduct routine servicing and minor maintenance; elevate significant repairs to the Foreman.
• Adhere strictly to all company policies, OSHA, and MSHA safety regulations.
• Support and mentor less-experienced team members in equipment operation and safety practices.
• Assist with general labor duties as needed to ensure project success.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proven experience operating loaders or similar heavy equipment in a construction setting.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds unassisted when necessary.
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and a professional, courteous attitude.
• Commitment to teamwork, open communication, and helping others achieve their best.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, travel, and overtime as project needs demand.
• Comfortable with physical requirements such as climbing, stretching, sitting for extended periods, and working on rough terrain.
• Strict adherence to all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE.
• Must be at least 18 years old due to the nature of the work environment.

Requirements

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.
• Ability to pass a "Fit for Work" physical examination.
• Provide valid I-9 documentation for employment eligibility.
• Physical & Work Environment Requirements
• Frequently required to climb, balance, and perform tasks involving physical agility.
• Regularly sit, climb, and use hand signals or equipment; occasionally stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, crouch, or reach above shoulder height.
• Lift and move objects weighing up to 25-50 lbs as needed.
• Work primarily outdoors, often in extreme weather and environmental conditions.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions; exposed to jobsite hazards such as moving machinery, high places, airborne particles, and loud environments.
• Must have specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, to operate equipment safely.
• Reasonable accommodation is provided as necessary to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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
• An 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.

Standard Materials Group, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH 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 origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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