Quarry Loader Operator — Safe, Efficient Loading

Vulcan Materials Company; Rockingham (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcan Materials Company in North Carolina is seeking a Pit/Production Loader Operator to load rock and gravel into trucks and feeders. You will operate a pit loader safely, follow production plans, and maintain equipment in good working order. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a mining setting.

Qualified candidates should have a valid driver’s license and prior loader experience. MSHA/OSHA rules apply, and the job involves teamwork, weather adaptability, and commitment to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience operating large loaders in mining/quarry environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control the pit loader to load and move materials within the pit area.
• Excavates quarry to maintain desired face, ramp and floor conditions including safety berms.
• Utilize the loader's controls to lift, tilt, and dump materials into designated areas or onto trucks/conveyors.
• Handle attachments (buckets, forks, etc.) as needed for various tasks.
• Ensure the safe operation of the loader and perform routine equipment maintenance checks.
• Load materials efficiently, maintaining appropriate weight distribution and stability.
• Follow loading instructions to meet required tonnage targets.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings to prevent accidents or hazards.
• Report any safety concerns, incidents, or equipment malfunctions to the supervisor promptly.
• Collaborate with the production team to meet schedule and optimize loading processes.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license

Job description

Vulcan Materials Company in North Carolina is seeking a Pit/Production Loader Operator to load rock and gravel into trucks and feeders. You will operate a pit loader safely, follow production plans, and maintain equipment in good working order. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a mining setting.

Qualified candidates should have a valid driver’s license and prior loader experience. MSHA/OSHA rules apply, and the job involves teamwork, weather adaptability, and commitment to