Loader Operator - Underground Quarry (Safety‑Focused)

Arcosa Inc.; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

11 paid Company holidays

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training and Development

Job summary

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Loader Operator for our Clarksville, TN quarry to support a positive safety culture in an underground mining environment regulated by MSHA standards. You will work with a team to produce natural aggregates and haul loads to the primary crusher, primarily using Cat and Komatsu haul trucks.

Qualifications include 3–4 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in an operator role.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Positive, team-based attitude.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, and climb stairs/ladders/catwalks up to 60 ft.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied conditions (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy).
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety awareness and continuous improvement.
• Comply with MSHA safety standards and site rules.
• Maintain mobile equipment per company standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Pre-shift equipment inspections for safety defects.
• Operate Cat haul trucks (775/777) and Komatsu trucks (465/605).
• Learn to operate other underground equipment (Loaders, Haul Trucks, Scalers, Bolters).
• Maintain strong communication with plant personnel and operators.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Cat haul trucks 775/777

Komatsu haul trucks 465/605

Job description

Arcosa Aggregates is seeking a Loader Operator for our Clarksville, TN quarry to support a positive safety culture in an underground mining environment regulated by MSHA standards. You will work with a team to produce natural aggregates and haul loads to the primary crusher, primarily using Cat and Komatsu haul trucks.

Qualifications include 3–4 years of experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work outdoors in varied conditions.