Ready Mix Loader Operator (Ready Mix)

CalPortland; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

CalPortland is seeking a Ready-Mix Loader Operator in South San Francisco, CA. This union position with Operating Engineers Local 3 offers a contract benefits package and a hourly wage of $55.15.

The role requires operating loaders and related equipment, performing safety checks, and participating in plant maintenance. Flexible hours with some weekend and night work are expected, and a high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Experience operating loaders, man lifts and forklifts.
• Experience operating equipment outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and climb stairs and ladders up to 24 feet high.
• Must have reliable transportation for all work shifts.
• Trustworthy and excellent attendance record.
• Preferred: maintenance-related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe and efficient operation of equipment while completing assigned tasks.
• Perform pre-operational/post-operational checks of equipment to ensure equipment can be operated safely.
• Operate a range of loaders including skip loader, front loader, man lift, and forklift.
• Perform work area examinations to ensure a safe work environment; any observed hazards must be noted, reported to the supervisor and corrected if possible.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and work rules, as well as federal safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Perform plant maintenance activities as directed.
• Work may extend to include general labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping.
• Support other plant activities as directed.
• Some weekend and night work will be required.

Skills

Loader operation

Forklift operation

Man Lift operation

Work in all weather

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance certifications

Job description

The Ready-Mix Loader Operator is responsible for operating equipment commonly found necessary for the proper maintenance of a ready-mix plant. Equipment operated will include loader, water truck, man lift, forklift, etc. Training will also cover back-up batch activities and plant maintenance. The daily responsibilities may not be site-specific.

This is a Union position with Operating Engineers Local 3 with a contractual benefits package.

Compensation

$55.15 / hr.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe and efficient operation of equipment while completing assigned tasks
• Perform pre-operational/post-operational checks of equipment to ensure equipment can be operated safely
• Operate a range of loaders including skip loader, front loader, man lift, and forklift
• Perform work area examinations to ensure a safe work environment; any observed hazards must be noted, reported to the supervisor and corrected if possible
• Comply with company policies, procedures and work rules, as well as federal safety, health, and environmental regulations
• Perform plant maintenance activities as directed
• Work may extend to include general labor duties such as shoveling and sweeping
• Support other plant activities as directed
• Some weekend and night work will be required

Education

High school diploma or GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Experience operating loaders, man lifts and forklifts
• Experience operating equipment outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to work under pressure
• Work with minimal supervision
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly and climb stairs and ladders up to 24 feet high
• Must have reliable transportation for all work shifts
• Trustworthy and excellent attendance record

Preferred:

• Any maintenance-related certifications

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 on-going drug and alcohol testing.

Location: South San Francisco, CA, US, 94124

Job Type: Hourly - Full-Time

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco
Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland