LOADER OPERATOR

Wells; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with profit sharing

Job summary

Wells is seeking a Loader Operator to safely operate loader and other heavy equipment, load and move aggregates, and conduct daily inspections to support site productivity.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, basic math and tape measure reading skills, and a safety-focused, team-oriented mindset. This full-time role demands reliability and teamwork on construction or industrial sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Basic math skills and ability to read a tape measure.
• Leadership ability with a respectful, team-oriented approach.
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate loader and other heavy equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checks.
• Load, transport and dump materials using loader controls.
• Feed hoppers, stockpile materials and move aggregates as needed.
• Promote and adhere to company safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Loader operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Loader Operator is responsible for safely operating heavy equipment to transport and manage aggregate materials throughout the production or job site This role ensures efficient material handling while maintaining equipment and adhering to safety standards The position plays a key part in supporting daily operations and overall site productivity

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY

Safety is our highest priority We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect care and accountability Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices look out for one another and speak up about potential risks Together we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM

At Wells youre part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts Whether youre in operations a manufacturing facility or out in the field your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities We value hard work reliability and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork With a strong focus on safety collaboration and ingenuity we create an environment where you can build your experience contribute to meaningful work and make an impact

WHAT WE OFFER

• Benefits include medical dental and vision insurance company paid disability and life insurance wellness incentives paid holidays PTO flexible spending accounts HSA options a 401k with profit sharing access to Nice Healthcare employee assistance resources pet insurance and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness accident and hospital indemnity plans Health and family care leave is available to both union and non union employeesUnion employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOULL DO

Operate loader and other heavy equipment safely and efficientlyPerform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance checksFollow supervisor direction regarding work areas and tasksLoad transport and dump materials using loader controlsFeed hoppers stockpile materials and move aggregates as neededMaintain awareness of surroundings when operating on roadways or job sitesUnderstand and follow ground disturbance and safety protocolsPerform routine cleaning and upkeep of equipmentAssist with other construction related duties as requiredPromote and adhere to company safety policies and procedures

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate has experience operating loaders or similar heavy equipment in a construction or industrial setting They are safety focused reliable and capable of working both independently and as part of a team This individual demonstrates strong situational awareness takes initiative and contributes to efficient and productive operations

IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid drivers license required
• Basic math skills and ability to read a tape measure
• Leadership ability with a respectful and team oriented approach
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in operations

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally and frequent bending climbing kneeling twisting squatting crawling and repetitive handarm useCapable of standing walking and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hoursComfortable working at heights using ladders scaffolding swing stages and man lifts frequentlyAbility to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazardsWillingness to work in varying environmental conditions including wet hot humid and cold weather and outdoors Depending on locationAbility to wear all required PPE including but not limited to safety boots safety glasses hearing protection high visibility vest hard hat and other PPE as required by the task department or work areaThis profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task Employees must follow all job related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Wells participates in E Verify and will provide the federal government with your I 9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the US