Loader Operator | Ready Mix | Lubbock, Texas

Martin Marietta; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading supplier of heavy building materials as a Loader Operator, where your skills will directly contribute to the success of our operations. In this dynamic role, you will safely operate heavy machinery, perform essential maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are ready to make a difference in a world-class team and enjoy a fulfilling career, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive hourly pay

Annual Pay Increases

PTO Available as of DAY ONE

401(k) plan with company match

Full Medical Benefits from FIRST DAY

Employee Pension plan

Wellness Programs

Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• Must have six months of experience in loader operation and maintenance.
• Ability to perform daily preventative maintenance and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate loader to transfer materials and maintain stockpile areas.
• Perform daily maintenance and inspections on the loader and plant.

Skills

Loader Operation

Preventative Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Team Collaboration

Physical Endurance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand Tools

Loader

Job description

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada, and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural, and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged, and rewarded.

To learn more about Martin Marietta and our ONE team, visit careersthatcrush.com.

Are you ready to start a new career with a LEADER in the industry and WORLD CLASS team!

What we offer:

• Competitive hourly pay with OT opportunities
• Annual Pay Increases
• PTO Available as of DAY ONE
• Opportunities to grow with company
• Guaranteed to be home every day
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee Pension plan (at no cost to employees)
• Full Medical, Health & Wellness Benefits start on FIRST DAY

Position Summary

The Loader Operator position reports to the Plant Manager and will be in a role of secondary supervision production teamwork. Primary functions are to safely charge ready mix plants and material (sand and gravel), maintain stockpile areas, and to service the loader. Our Redi-Mix customers, the Batchman, and the Mixer Operators are all vital to the Loader Operator's performance function and should be considered as the Loader Operator “Customers”.

Requirements

• Operates loader to transfer material from yard to storage bins
• Grease the loader daily
• Signs and maintains raw material delivery tickets
• Confirm receipt of materials before signing tickets
• Performs daily preventative maintenance - tire pressure, oil, grease, diesel fuel, hoses for leaks, and all moving parts for proper function
• Records daily maintenance activities
• Daily pre and post trip inspections are required on the plant and loader
• Help maintain all of plant yard area for environmental compliance
• Maintain the area around the concrete pans.
• Report any problems to maintenance personnel and manager
• Demonstrates good knowledge of lockout/tagout procedure required during certain procedures
• Assists Batch Plant Operator and Master Maintenance Mechanic with other duties as needed
• Cleans area around aggregate charging hoppers, load point, and assist in cleaning plant and yard
• Prepare and maintain an area for waste concrete to produce good reusable base material.
• Demonstrates a good working knowledge of Company Rules and Regulations, and assures facility compliance with OSHA, DOT, TNRCC, EPA, and other regulatory agencies
• Assist with training of co-workers as needed
• Required to follow all safety policies and procedures, wear PPE and promote a 24/7 Safe Culture
• Perform other duties as required by Production Coordinator
• Able to cross train in areas not limited to but including batch operators, driving mixer & heavy equipment
• Must be physically capable to climb on and under conveyor belts and work in high places. Will be required to stoop, bend, and lift heavy objects such as shovels full of concrete materials etc. on a respective basis
• Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance
• Flexible attitude engaged in team goals
• Ability to drive long distances to various locations
• Must be willing to cross train throughout plant operations
• Six months of experience in operation and maintenance of a front end loader

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged sitting/standing, balance, bend from trunk, operate mobile equipment, push and pull objects
• Lift objects of various dimension and weights
• Ability to operate hand controls with both hands
• Ability to operate foot controls with both feet
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather
• Ability to work in cramped quarters
• Ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels
• Ability to tolerate working at heights up to 100 feet
• Climb in and out of loader minimum 30 times per day, climb to 10 feet to clean loader, walk on uneven ground minimum 30 times per day up to 100 yards
• Climb conveyor system 10 times per day, climb to 200” to clean and maintain
• Read delivery tickets, maps, etc.
• Use needed solvents to scrub and wash loader daily, climb over and under loader to visually inspect same
• Work in confined spaces under hood, and in framework to clean loader as needed
• Use hand tools (wrenches, drill, etc.) to make minor repairs
• Hear and see problem indicators that warrant attention/repairs
• Shoveling, sweeping, picking up trash, painting and general cleanup of plant areas

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.