Plant Loader Operator (Kinston, NC)

Barnhill-Contracting-Company-; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) and Profit Sharing

CareOne (EAP)

Corporate Chaplains of America

Job summary

Barnhill Contracting Company seeks a Loader Operator to operate various front-end loaders on multiple sites as needed. You will load excavated materials, stockpiles, batch plants and trucks while performing routine maintenance tasks and ensuring safe operation.

The role requires 1–2 years of loader experience, strict adherence to safety rules, and a reliable, team-oriented work ethic. Overtime may be required and the work environment includes outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• One to two years of front-end loader operations.
• Must abide by precise safety rules and policies.
• Reliable/trustworthy team player with good attendance and safety record.

Responsibilities

• Operates front-end loaders (e.g., Caterpillar, Kawasaki) across sites as needed.
• Loads excavated materials, stockpiles, batch plants, and trucks.
• May oil, grease, service and adjust equipment.
• Backfill trenches/excavations as required.
• Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; operate tools and ride on rough terrain.

Skills

Loader operation

Safety compliance

Team player

Job description

Barnhill Contracting Company’s success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man – Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. – whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule – treating others as you want to be treated – still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with – a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder’s vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast’s leading contractors.Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work – long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines – and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.Job Description:Loader Operator will operate various types of front-end loaders such as but not limited Caterpillar or Kawasaki. May be working on multiple sites as the need arises.Job Duties & Responsibilities:Operates rubber tired or crawler type tractor with attached scoop type bucket on front end.Excavates and loads excavated materials, loads materials from stockpiles, charges batch plants, and loads trucks.May oil, grease, service, and make normal operating adjustments to equipment.May perform other related duties such as backfilling trenches/excavations.May require occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.Job requires the following motions: climbing, stretching, driving/steering, sitting, twisting, vibration, riding on rough terrain.Uses hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers.May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold weather.Overtime work may be required.Requires riding to job sites.The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented.Minimum Qualifications & Training:One to two years of front-end loader operations. May train the right candidate.Ability to abide by precise instructions and strict buy necessary safety rules and policies.Must be a reliable/trustworthy team player.Maintain a good attendance and safety record.Tasks Essential to Job Functions:Occasional standing and walking required.Ability to work long periods of time while sitting.Ability to operate equipment at recommended speeds and peaks of operation.Must be productive during each shift and be willing to meet the goals that are set.Visual Activity - ability to work with equipment technology.What We Offer:Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)DentalVisionShort Term Disability InsuranceLong Term Disability InsuranceLife InsurancePaid Time OffHoliday PayWeather Related Pay401(k) and Profit SharingCareOne (EAP)Corporate Chaplains of AmericaBarnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.