Ready Mix Loader Operator (Ready Mix)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits package

Job summary

CalPortland in South San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Ready-Mix Loader Operator for a union position. The role operates loaders, water trucks, man lifts and forklifts, with safety, checks, and plant maintenance as core duties.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma or GED and has hands-on experience with loaders and related equipment, with willingness to work weekend/night shifts and maintain excellent attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating loaders, man lifts and forklifts.
• Ability to operate equipment outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and climb stairs/ladders up to 24 ft.
• Reliable transportation for all shifts and excellent attendance.
• Any maintenance-related certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safe and efficient operation of equipment while completing assigned tasks.
• Perform pre- and post-operational checks on equipment for safe operation.
• Operate loaders including skip loader, front loader, man lift, and forklift.
• Conduct work area examinations and report hazards to supervision.
• Comply with company policies, safety regulations and environmental rules.
• Perform plant maintenance activities as directed.
• Support other plant activities as needed; may include general labor like shoveling/sweeping.
• Expect some weekend and night work.

Skills

Loader operation experience

Man lift operation

Forklift operation

Work in all weather conditions

Under pressure performance

Independence / self-supervision

Physical stamina (50 lbs lifts, stairs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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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 a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing. In accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for work that will be performed in the San Francisco area, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment.

Location: South San Francisco, CA, US, 94124

Job Type: Hourly - Full-Time

Nearest Major Market: San Francisco
Nearest Secondary Market: Oakland