Loader Operator - Sand and Gravel Plant

The Concrete Company; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an established industry player with over 60 years of experience in construction materials. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will play a crucial role in supporting mining activities by safely operating large machinery. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where your skills in equipment operation and safety practices will be valued. If you have a passion for heavy equipment and a commitment to safety, this role could be your next career step. Embrace the chance to contribute to a growing company that values its employees and promotes a positive work culture.

Qualifications

• Experience operating large excavators and haul trucks is required.
• Good understanding of safety regulations and work practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely for mining activities.
• Conduct pre-operational checks and maintain equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Regulations Knowledge

Manual Dexterity

Physical Strength

Teamwork

Plant Maintenance

Vision and Spatial Ability

Tools

Excavators

Articulating Haul Trucks

Front-End Wheel Loaders

Job description

With over 20 years experience in the aggregates business and more than 60 years in the construction materials industry, Foley Materials Company continues to grow and we want YOU to join our team. American Owned. American Operated.

The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment in a safe manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life while supporting mining activities. Heavy equipment will include large excavators (80K lbs. to 110K lbs.), articulating haul trucks, Komatsu HM400 40-ton, front-end wheel loaders, Caterpillar 980 and Komatsu WA500, etc. Duties include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate all equipment in a safe manner and for its intended use while supporting mining activities.
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment and clean, lubricate, and refill equipment as necessary; notify management of all damaged or unsafe equipment or tools.
• Operate heavy equipment to excavate, move, load, and grade earth, rock, gravel, or other materials during mining-related activities and to move, load, and unload materials and supplies.
• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled or required, including removing personal belongings and trash from the cab and cleaning up spills, etc.
• Interact with internal or external customers in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner that contributes toward a positive and productive worksite.
• Perform plant maintenance as needed.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Experience operating large excavators ranging from 80,000 lbs. to 110,000 lbs.; articulating haul trucks, Komatsu HM400 40-ton, front-end wheel loaders, Caterpillar 980 and Komatsu WA500 is required.
• Sound understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices, and work procedures, and be capable of assisting in maintaining safe work sites.
• Good vision and spatial ability.
• Good eye-hand coordination and good manual dexterity.
• Physical strength and stamina.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Plant maintenance experience is a plus.
• Previous sand/gravel mining experience is a plus.

Pre-employment drug test/background check will be conducted.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.