Loader Operator (Pipe Crew) - Savannah, GA

Colas USA; Garden City (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Loader Operator to join their team in Savannah, GA. This role is crucial for ensuring safety and efficiency in heavy civil construction projects. As a Loader Operator, you will be responsible for operating machinery, conducting inspections, and maintaining equipment in optimal condition. The company emphasizes safety excellence and provides a supportive environment for career advancement. If you are dedicated to safety and have a passion for construction, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Outstanding Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Professional Education

Extensive Training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to perform essential duties with a focus on safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections on equipment and maintain it in good working order.
• Operate loader safely and follow company policies.

Skills

Safety Focus

Basic Mechanical Knowledge

Inspection Skills

Hydraulic Knowledge

Understanding of Soil Types

Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, has been a key partner in the infrastructure growth of the Southeast since the company’s founding in 1955. Reeves is a complete heavy civil highway and site development construction company dedicated to meet the specific needs of the roadway, airport, bridge, and military market. Reeves prides itself for its high company standards of safety, ethics, and performance. To learn more about Reeves visit www.reevescc.com.

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Mission

Reeves Construction Company is currently seeking an experienced Loader Operator based out of Savannah, GA. The successful candidate for this position will have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence.

Main Responsibilities

(Include, but are not limited to the following)

• Must have a basic knowledge of the mechanics and hydraulics of the machine.
• Must have skills to conduct an inspection checklist on equipment such as lights, brakes, fuel, oil and water.
• Must keep equipment serviced, lubricated, and in good working order, including good housekeeping.
• Must have an understanding of control levers for movement of bucket.
• Must have a priority for safety and welfare of workers in the trench during pipelaying operations.
• Must have a basic knowledge of the different soil types.
• Must have the ability to operate the vehicle safely in job site situations and follow the policies and procedures of the company.

Required Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combinations