Plant Operations/Equipment Operator

Capital Sand Co Inc; Cedar City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

Capital Sand Company in Jefferson City, Missouri is seeking a Plant Operator to run sand and gravel processing equipment and perform general maintenance, welding, and fabrication tasks at our sand plant. The role includes pre-shift inspections, safety training, and ensuring adherence to safety policies.

Candidates should be able to read English, pass required pre-employment screenings, and be willing to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe operation of heavy equipment and record keeping.
• Ability to read and understand English.
• Willingness to pass pre-employment physical, drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate sand and gravel processing equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance, welding, and fabrication tasks.
• Pre-shift inspections of heavy equipment and processing gear.
• Follow safety policies and participate in training and drills.
• Support corrective actions to improve plant performance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance ability

Safety compliance

MSHA training

Job description

Capital Sand Company is looking to fill an Plant Operator position located at our Jefferson City, Missouri sand plant.RESPONSIBILITIESOperate sand and gravel processing equipment.Perform general maintenance on processing equipment, replacing bearings, replacing conveyor idlers, splicing conveyor belts, cutting, welding, fabrication, ect.Safely operate front-end loader, excavator, haul truck, and water truck.Perform general maintenance of heavy equipment; greasing, changing cutting edges, changing oil, maintaining maintenance logs, ect.Perform pre-shift inspections of heavy equipment and processing equipment.Participates in safety training, drills, and meetings to ensure overall equipment and crew safety.Observe and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.Suggest corrective action to improve plant and equipment performance and assist with implementation.Work in a constate state of alertness and in a safe manner.Frequent standing, walking, bending over, climbing, reaching overhead, kneeling, balancing, pushing, or pulling, talking/communication, repetitive use of legs, lifting up to 50 lbs., carrying up to 75 lbs.Performs other duties as directed.REQUIREMENTS:Knowledge of the practices and techniques applied to the safe operation of heavy equipment, including record keeping of equipment.Lift/Move up to 50 lbs.Valid driver’s license (preferred)Must have reliable transportation.Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.Must be willing to work overtime.Ability to read and understand the English language.Not afraid of working on/around water.Training or working knowledge of MSHA is a plus.Welding experience is a plus.Mechanical experience is a plus.Some travel is required.Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. We offer competitive wages and great employee benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, life insurance, and short and long-term disability.EEO/Employer/Vet/DisabledCapital will give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.