Railcar Unloader | Dallas Yard

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Vision

401(k) with Company matching

Pension

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Operator to move raw materials from train to stockpile and load finished products. You will operate various mobile equipment, maintain roadways and loading areas, and support other plant operations as needed.

The role requires ability to read gauges, perform basic math, and follow safety rules. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential in our outdoor, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years heavy equipment operating experience preferred.
• Must read, write and verbally communicate in English.
• Ability to perform basic math, fractions, percentages, gauges, and read manuals.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment such as motor graders, track mobiles, and haulers.
• Perform daily pre-shift inspections on equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and report needed repairs.
• Follow MSHA/OSHA safety rules and policies.
• Provide relief in other plant operations as needed.
• Maintain quality of all products and keep work areas clean.
• Assist with equipment and plant repairs, maintenance and housekeeping.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Pre-shift inspection reporting

English communication

Problem solving

Self-starting

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1+ years heavy equipment experience

Job description

Under the immediate direction of the Lead person or Supervisor, the Equipment Operator is responsible for operating mobile equipment while moving raw materials from train to stockpile and loading finished products. Additional responsibilities include maintaining roadways and loading areas for designated business unit.

Requirements

• Operates various mobile equipment, including motor graders, track mobiles, and haul units
• Performs daily pre-shift inspections on equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance on service mobile equipment. Reports needed repairs to Coordinator
• Follows safety rules, regulations and procedures as set forth by the MSHA/OSHA & policies
• Provides relief in other plant operations such as rail unloading, maintenance, quality control, and scale house
• Demonstrates a positive, upbeat attitude and energy leveltoward teammates, peers, and customers
• Responsible for maintaining quality of all products
• Assist with equipment and plant repairs, maintenance and housekeeping as needed
• Other duties as requested by management

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency preferred
• 1+ years heavy equipment operating experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to complete pre-shift inspection report
• Must be able to work irregular shifts and work days/nights and weekends as required
• Must be able to read, write and verbally communicate in the English language
• Must be able to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, read and interpret gauges and ratios and read a variety of manuals
• Must have base competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including methods, materials, tools and operation of large power equipment used in grounds and maintenance work and health and safety regulations
• Must have the knowledge to perform technical tasks with the potential to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions
• Ability to establish effective and diverse working relationships with other employees and general public.
• Ability to solve and identify problems, select action plans, and make independent moderate to significant interpretations concerning decisions of the job
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and work independently with little direction
• Must have the ability to plan, organize and prepare accurate records and be a self-starter with ability to work with little or no supervision

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to wear a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots and hearing protection
• Must have the physical ability to climb stairs to a height of 100 ft. and work at this height
• Must have the physical ability to operate radio, CB radio, computer and other equipment as requiredMust be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around all areas of equipment
• Lift up to 50 lb
• Must be able to walk across steep/rough terrain
• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day
• Ability to use hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.

Working Conditions

Will work in varied outdoor environments (in all weather conditions - heat, cold, wet, humid, dry and/or dusty conditions). Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 90 dbs. The incumbent will be exposed to cement, clay, limestone, shale, and other raw materials and various chemicals, solvents and lubricant.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta'sMagnesia Specialtiesbusiness produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Vision
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.