Quarry Heavy Equipment Operator - Blacksburg, SC

Colas Canada; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in construction is seeking a skilled Loader Operator for their quarry in Blacksburg. This role emphasizes safety and requires experience with heavy equipment such as loaders and excavators. The successful candidate will be responsible for equipment maintenance, adhering to safety regulations, and performing inspections. Join a company that values safety, ethics, and performance, and offers competitive pay along with comprehensive benefits. If you are dedicated to excellence and looking for a rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Life Insurance

Health Plan Options

Short Term Disability Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
• Must be able to read equipment manuals and perform inspections.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-shift safety inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Assist in plant repairs and maintain good housekeeping of equipment.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Mathematical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Komatsu WA500

Excavator

Dozer

Articulated Haul Truck

Skid Steer

Job description

Reeves Construction Company, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout the states North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Missouri and Arkansas has been a key partner in the infrastructure growth of the Southeast and Midwest since the company’s founding in 1923. Reeves is a complete heavy civil highway and site development construction company dedicated to meet the specific needs of the roadway, airport, bridge, and military market. Reeves prides itself for its high company standards of safety, ethics, and performance. To learn more about Reeves visit www.reevescc.com.

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.

Mission

Reeves Construction Company is currently seeking an experienced Loader Operator (Komatsu WA500 or equivalent) for the Reeves – Blacksburg Quarry. The successful candidate for this role will have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in plant repairs and clean-up
• Perform pre-shift safety inspection on equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and service mobile equipment. Report needed repairs to shop personnel
• Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment
• Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules and regulations
• Perform duties with minimum supervision

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (required)
• 2-5 years’ experience operating heavy equipment (preferred)
• 2+ years' experience operating heavy equipment within quarry operations or on large scale commercial construction sites consisting of loader, dozer, excavator, articulated haul truck, water truck, skid steer (preferred).
• Must be willing to work 10+ hours a day.
• Must be willing to work Saturdays (as needed).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read equipment operating manual
• Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report
• Must be able to communicate in English on radio or CB
• Possess basic mathematical aptitude to complete daily reports
• Must be able to wear all required safety equipment
• Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner
• Must be able to read and interpret gauges
• Proven ability to work in a TEAM environment

Physical Demands

• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
• Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distances up to 150 feet
• Must be able to limb on and off equipment to operate and service
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lb.
• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day
• Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions
• Must be able to work at various heights

Work Environment

Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments that may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, sand, gravel, diesel exhaust, etc.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive pay & comprehensive benefits include paid holidays, vacation, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, group health plan options (incl. medical, dental & vision, HSA, FSA), short term disability benefits & 401(k)/401(k) Roth w/company match.

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**Drug-Free Workplace**

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