Nighttime Loader Operator

Arcosa, Inc.; Bridgewater, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

11 paid company holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Arcosa Aggregates East Region in Bound Brook, NJ is seeking a recycling nighttime loader operator to support a safety‑driven, MSHA‑regulated aggregate operation. You will operate a front‑end loader, haul materials, load trucks, and help maintain stockpiles day and night.

The role requires reliability, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and teamwork with supervision and customers. Competitive pay and benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience working on heavy mobile equipment in a mining environment (preferred).
• Ability to operate at least 2 pieces of mobile equipment and work in varied outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate a front-end loader to load customer trucks and maintain stockpiles.
• Haul material from mine pit to stockpile, plant or hopper.
• Perform walk-around pre-shift safety inspections and report safety concerns.
• Promote safety awareness and comply with safety rules and procedures.
• Maintain effective communications with supervisors and customers; assist on maintenance when not operating loader.
• Conduct winter maintenance of the asphalt plant as needed.

Skills

Operate multiple mobile equipment

Safety awareness

Communication with supervisors/custom

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Front-end loader operation

Heavy equipment experience

Job description

Arcosa Aggregates East Region is searching for a recycling nighttime loader operator at our Quarry in Bound Brook, NJ. As a recycling nighttime loader operator, you will support a positive safety culture in an aggregate environment that is regulated by MSHA safety standards.

Day to Day

• Actively promote safety awareness and continuous improvement through positive recognition
• Comply with all industry safety rules, procedures and applicable government regulations.
• The ability to operate at least 2 pieces of mobile equipment (haul truck, farm tractor, water truck, rubber tire backhoe, front loader, etc.)
• Operate equipment in quarry and daily hauling of material from mine pit to stockpile, plant or hopper
• Performs walk-around pre-shift safety inspections and workplace inspections to include maintenance and cleanliness of loader.
• Identifies any safety problems or concerns and reports any unsafe conditions to Supervisor including near misses and any other areas where safety can be improved
• Communicates with load and unload areas, hauls materials safely to designated areas and maintains safe speed and observes all plant traffic controls
• Operate a front-end loader to efficiently and accurately load customer trucks and maintain stockpiles when needed, day or night.
• Maintain an effective system of communications with supervisors and customers serviced
• Work as ground man and assist on maintenance when not operating the front-end loader
• Conduct winter maintenance of the asphalt plant during winter season
• Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned

About You

• Prompt, regular, and predictable attendance
• Positive, Team-based attitude
• The ability to stand, stoop, bend, lift, walk, climb stairs, ladders and catwalks up to 60 feet as required.
• The ability to work in varied outdoor environments (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 1 to 2 years of experience working on heavy mobile equipment in a mining environment – preferred

Compensation

$22.64-$26.52

Working Conditions

While most equipment has air conditioning, there will be times when other responsibilities may require periods of work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, wet, dry, and dusty. Ability to stand squat, kneel and lift up to 80lbs.

Benefits

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401k with Employer Match
• 11 paid Company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training and Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!

The above statements describe the general nature and responsibilities of the position. All employees may be required to perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned.

Arcosa Aggregates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We activate the potential of our people, care for our customers, optimize operations, integrate sustainability, and promote a results-driven culture aligned with long term value creation.

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