Utility Operator | North

Duininck Companies; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Plans

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

PPE Provided

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck Companies seeks a seasonal Utility Operator to support plant and pit operations in Minnesota. You will help with loading, equipment operation, and daily maintenance to keep aggregate production running smoothly.

The role requires physical capability, safety awareness, and the ability to work outdoors in variable weather. Benefits include PTO, health plans, and a 401K plan, with protective equipment provided.

Qualifications

• Safety-conscious and follows safety rules.
• Team-oriented and communicates well.
• Willing to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Able to read and understand safety rules and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Safely produce aggregate and maintain safe plant conditions.
• Maintain orderliness, cleanliness, and safety at the plant and work area.
• Assist with maintenance of plant equipment and replace screens/ rollers as needed.
• Report equipment needs to Area Manager for maintenance or repair.
• Coordinate with crew to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Load bins, hoppers, and trucks; operate other equipment as needed.

Skills

Safety-oriented

Team player

Lift up to 100 lbs

Read safety rules

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1–3 months related experience

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Current Openings - Construction & Materials

Duininck is a fourth-generation, 100-year family-led company focused on building strong communities through our relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and vendors. We have a diverse portfolio of businesses managing projects at any scale.

Duininck Concrete, headquartered in West Central Minnesota, serves its clients as industry experts, providing guidance and support for projects of any scale.

This seasonal, full-time position comes with a strong benefits package including:

• Competitive pay range of $22 – $28 per hour, based on experience
• Paid Time Off
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision Plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Position specific personal protective equipment provided
• 401K with company match, and more!

The Utility Operator is responsible for assisting plant and pit operations run smoothly. This can include daily maintenance and safe operation of heavy equipment to produce aggregate, assisting at different plant locations to keep plant running, or simply helping out managers as needed.

The Role:

• Responsible for safe production of aggregate.
• Maintains orderliness, cleanliness, and safety at aggregate processing plant and surrounding work area.
• Assists with aggregate processing plant maintenance and repair including but not limited to shoveling, changing out screens, rollers, and liners.
• Reports to Area Manager when equipment needs maintenance and repair.
• Works closely with other crew members to coordinate work and ensure safety.
• Loads bins, hoppers, aggregate trucks, and other equipment.
• Operates other equipment when needed (Dozer, Backhoe, Scraper, Skid Steer, Loader).
• Must be a team player and follow directions, and guidance from management.
• Travel to plant/pit locations as needed.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, lift, stoop, crouch, crawl, stretch, sit, reach, and grasp.
• Lift up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Extended work hours
• Work in high places (approximately 50 feet in the air)
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Work in a moderate noise environment.

What we Look For:

• Individuals who work safely and have the courage to speak up if you see unsafe behavior or conditions.
• High School Diploma or General Education degree (GED); or
• One to three months related experience and/or training; or
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience running a loader or conveyers
• Previous experience working with and around tractor-trailers, side dumps, etc
• Read and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Not sure you meet all the requirements, apply to learn more!

Duininck is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetics, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.