Pit Loader Operator

Martin-Marietta-1798b2fd; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is hiring a Pit Loader Operator in Lithonia, GA. The role focuses on safe, efficient operation of pit loaders and maintenance of stockpiles, with on-site leadership to promote site safety among truck drivers.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and some experience with mobile equipment or processing plants; six months on a front-end loader is preferred. Overtime and weekend hours may apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required.
• Six months of experience operating a front-end loader preferred.
• Experience with mobile equipment or processing plant equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate pit loader safely and efficiently per company guidelines.
• Complete daily pre- and post-inspections of work areas and berms/roads.
• Perform pre-shift safety inspections and report needed repairs.
• Maintain safe operations around conveyors, surge piles, and crushers.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain safe traffic flow on-site.
• Operate other equipment (e.g., excavators, haul trucks) as needed.
• Assist in training co-workers as required.
• Perform additional duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Safety conscious

Dependable

Motivated

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

What to expect:Martin Marietta is seeking a Pit Loader Operator to join our team. The ideal individual will be safety conscious, dependable, and motivated. This individual will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a Pit Loader and maintaining the quality of product stockpiles. The pit loader will maintain safe working speeds and promote site safety by asserting leadership of truck drivers onsite. Hours are Monday - Friday 6:00 am - 6:00 pm including weekends and overtime as necessary.A typical day for a(n) Pit Loader Operator may include:Operating a pit loader within the company guidelines and safety standardsCompleting daily pre and post inspection of working areas and ensures they are equipped with adequate berms and roadwaysPerforming pre-shift safety inspection on equipment and reports needed repairs to the supervisorEnsuring safe operations around conveyors, surge piles and crushersPerforming daily preventative maintenance - tire pressure, oil, grease, diesel fuel, hoses for leaks and all moving parts for proper functionMaintaining safe traffic flow throughout the siteOperating other equipment such as excavators and haul trucks in a safe manner as neededAiding in the training of co-workers as neededPerforming other duties as assigned by supervisorYou may be a good fit if you:Possess a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience to perform the responsibilities associated with this positionHave experience in the maintenance and operation of mobile equipment, construction equipment and/or equipment used processing plantsHave six (6) months of experience in the operation and maintenance of a front-end loader (preferred)