Loader Operator at CRH Springdale, AR

JIT Global Freight Solution P Ltd; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 45,760 - 54,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Comprehensive training

Advancement opportunities

Safety & teamwork culture

Job summary

APAC Central Inc., a CRH company, seeks a heavy equipment operator to support quarry and construction tasks in Arkansas. You will safely operate diverse equipment, follow OSHA/MSHA regulations, and document inspections to ensure safety and project quality.

This role requires 1–3 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and willingness to travel and work nights or weekends when needed. Comprehensive training and advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to operate a wide range of quarry and construction equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents and blueprints.
• Pre-employment screening including drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely across job sites.
• Follow OSHA/MSHA regulations and company policies.
• Report equipment issues to Foreman or Safety Manager.
• Perform daily tasks as directed by Foreman.
• Maintain equipment through routine servicing.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Maintain attendance and reliability.
• Take on general labor when needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Math & reading

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job ID: 513998

APAC Central Inc., is a CRH company producing and providing crushed aggregate materials, sand, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and performing as a regional heavy highway/infrastructure construction firm serving Arkansas, Oklahoma, and southern Missouri. APAC-Central, 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!

What we offer

• Pay: $22.00-$26.00 an hour, depending on experience.
• Sign-On Bonus: $1,500 for new hires
• Comprehensive training provided
• Opportunities for advancement within the company
• Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment of diverse sizes and weights across various quarry and construction tasks.
• Adhere strictly to all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations, ensuring a safe work environment.
• Promptly report any equipment or operational issues to the Foreman, Superintendent, Safety Manager, or Human Resources Manager.
• Execute daily tasks as directed by the Foreman, meeting project or jobsite expectations.
• Perform routine servicing and minor maintenance on equipment; elevate major issues to supervisors as necessary.
• Complete thorough pre- and post-operation inspections with proper documentation, maintaining compliance with company protocols.
• Assist in mentoring and training less-experienced team members in equipment operation, servicing, and repair to enhance team capabilities.
• Take on general labor duties as required to support overall operations.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and promptness at assigned work times.
• Fulfill additional duties assigned to meet evolving operational needs.

Qualifications

• Capability to perform all essential duties listed above with competence and professionalism.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in heavy equipment operation.

Work Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate a broad range of equipment in varying conditions.
• Proficiency in basic math, reading, and writing for accurate record-keeping and comprehension of construction documents and blueprints.
• Ability to understand and execute verbal and written instructions with clarity.
• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing, with strong interpersonal skills.
• Capable of operating complex equipment with independent judgment and skill.
• Minimum age of 18 years is required.
• Successful completion of pre-employment physical, drug screening, and criminal background check is mandatory.
• Strict observance of all safety requirements as detailed in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to collaborate within a team and assist colleagues and supervisors as needed.
• Flexible to travel and work away from home, including nights and weekends, as project demands arise.
• Consistent use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face shield, safety footwear, and coveralls in compliance with OSHA/MSHA and company guidelines.

Knowledge and Skills

• In-depth understanding of heavy equipment operation.
• Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and tools.
• Awareness of typical hazards and safety practices within heavy equipment operations and quarry environments.
• Knowledge of trenching and shoring protocols and standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, manipulate controls, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, speak, and hear as job duties require.
• May involve extended periods of sitting during equipment operation.
• Vision (corrected as needed) must support close-up, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, as well as focus adjustments.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Capability to lift and transport items up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working outdoors and in all types of weather conditions.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic substances.
• Potential exposure to moving mechanical equipment, elevated work areas, outdoor environments, and electrical hazards.
• Work areas may vary from moderately noisy to loud at times.

This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in quarry operations, leveraging advanced skills and a safety-first mindset to deliver outstanding results in a dynamic environment.

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.

APAC Central 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.