Quarry Loader Operator 2nd shift

Turner Mining Group; Jamesville (NY); On-site; USD 30,538 - 43,493; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus: $5,000 paid quarterly

Shift Differential: $2.00 per hour for second-shift positions

Employee Referral Bonus: $5,000 after 180 days

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision

Union paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

A construction and mining services provider in Jamesville is seeking a heavy equipment operator who will be responsible for safely operating loader equipment and supporting production goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety practices and the ability to work effectively within a team. This position offers a competitive wage of $26.87 per hour along with union benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and confidently.
• Strong awareness of safety practices and commitment to following procedures.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate loader equipment safely and efficiently to move and load materials.
• Inspect and maintain equipment conditions.
• Support production goals by supplying material.

Skills

Ability to operate heavy equipment safely

Strong awareness of safety practices

Teamwork capability

Identifying equipment issues

Attention to detail

Job description

A few incentives offered by the company upon hire:

1. Retention Bonus: $5,000 paid quarterly.
2. Shift Differential: An additional $2.00 per hour for second‑shift positions at both locations.
3. Employee Referral Bonus: A $5,000 bonus for referring an applicant to either location, paid after 180 days of continued employment for both parties.
4. Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and vacation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate loader equipment safely and efficiently to move and load materials
• Inspect, maintain, and report equipment conditions to ensure reliable operation
• Support production goals by supplying material to crushers, conveyors, and stockpiles
• Follow all site safety procedures and contribute to a safe work environment
• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate daily activities

What Are We Looking For

• Ability to operate heavy equipment safely and confidently
• Strong awareness of safety practices and commitment to following procedures
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Skill in identifying equipment issues and reporting them promptly
• Reliability, attention to detail, and readiness to learn site processes

Conditions of Employment

• Successful candidate must submit to post‑offer pre‑employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check
• Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing

Work Environment

• Role operates primarily in environments where the conditions include moving mechanical equipment, inclement weather, heat, cold, humidity, and elevated noise level

What We Offer

• $26.87 per hour
• Benefits through the Union for Medical, Dental, Vision and Pension
• Union paid vacation, sick leave and holidays