LOADER OPERATOR

Knife River Corporation; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Time

8 Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Years of Service Recognition

Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees

Critical Illness Plan

Hospital Indemnity

Job summary

Knife River Corporation is hiring a Front End Loader Operator in Texas to join a safety-conscious team. You will operate loaders, feed the concrete plant, load trucks, and perform daily inspections to prevent spills and equipment issues.

Must be able to work outdoors in various weather, pass pre-employment checks, and be flexible with hours including overtime. A high school diploma or GED is preferred and a valid driver's license is advantageous.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and acceptable driving record is preferred.
• Previous experience operating front end loader and maintenance is preferred.
• High school diploma/GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify unsafe conditions and keep equipment maintained.
• Safely operate and perform maintenance on loader and other equipment.
• Load trucks with road materials up to legal hauling weight limit.
• Keep concrete plant fed for maximum production.
• Maintain contaminate free aggregate piles and monitor for spills.
• Communicate effectively and work with others under high stress while staying safety-focused.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, MSHA, EPA, and safety protocols.
• Perform other labor intensive tasks as assigned.

Skills

Drug screen

Overtime flexibility

Safety first

Outdoor work in all weather

Team player

Education

High school diploma/GED

Valid driver’s license preferred

Tools

Front end loader operation

Loader maintenance

Job description

Great Pay! Great Benefits! Strong Teams! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our teams are the foundation of our success, and we're committed to providing the training, tools and support to do great work and go home safely at the end of each day. Join a team that looks out for one another and supports career growth from day one.

Typical hours are Monday - Friday early morning start with Saturday as needed. Hours may vary with due to weather and customer demand.

ROLE OVERVIEW:

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES (summary of components that make up the job)

• Perform daily equipment, walk around and site inspections to identify and correct any unsafe conditions and keep equipment properly maintained.
• Safely and properly operate and perform maintenance on loader, and other equipment.
• Keep concrete plant fed for maximum production.
• Load trucks with road materials up to legal hauling weight limit.
• Maintain contaminate free aggregate piles.
• Check for spillage on plant floor and clean up daily (assist with shoveling spillage).
• Check for worn out flashing on plant that could lead to spillage.
• Always work safely, following all safety protocol, and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.May maintain the left over concrete that is dumped out at the plant.
• Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others.
• Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors.
• Ensure OSHA, MSHA, EPA, DNR, lock out/tag out, safety and environmental regulation compliance.
• Timely and regular attendance is essential.
• Perform other duties, including labor intensive tasks, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (types and extent of knowledge, skills, or abilities an incumbent must possess to complete the job responsibilities satisfactorily)

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must meet Knife River-South employment standards with regards to background/MVR checks.
• Must be able to work overtime and be flexible with hours (day time/night time).
• Ability to work outside in all seasons.
• Must have a “safety first” attitude. Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures is required.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Extensive walking on uneven surfaces.
• Lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, odors.
• Hand eye coordination.
• Exposure to mists, adhesives, acids.
• Frequent and/or extended periods requiring kneeling, bending, and/or twisting.
• Operating equipment at night under artificial lighting.
• Working in all weather conditions for extended period of time.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (minimum educational, experience, or other relevant job requirements)

• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record is preferred.
• Previous experience operating front end loader and maintenance is preferred.
• High school diploma/GED is preferred.

VETERANS:

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Front End Loader Operator position:

Airforce:
Pavement and Construction Equipment

Army:
Heavy Construction Equipment Operator
Quarrying Specialist

BENEFITS:

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Years of Service Recognition
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents
• Critical Illness Plan
• Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

All applications are submitted online. If you are having issues completing the application, please come to the office for assistance.

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Experience

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