Utility Operator - South

Duininck Companies; Willmar (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Plans

401K with company match

Job summary

Duininck Companies in Willmar, Minnesota is hiring a Utility Operator for their aggregate operations. This full-time seasonal role involves assisting with plant and pit operations, including the safe operation of heavy machinery and maintenance tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience with equipment such as loaders and dozers. This position offers a competitive pay range of $20 - $26 per hour, along with strong health benefits and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One to three months related experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand safety rules and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe production of aggregate.
• Maintain cleanliness at the processing plant.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Load trucks and operate heavy machinery as needed.

Skills

Team player

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Loader

Dozer

Backhoe

Skid Steer

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.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Physical requirements

• 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.

We are looking for a dedicated person who values safety, teamwork, and providing exceptional service. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. Not sure if you meet all the requirements, apply to learn more!

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

• Competitive pay range of $20 - 26 per hour, based on experience and background
• Paid Time Off
• Strong Health Plans to choose from
• Dental & Vision plans, Company Paid Life insurance & Short Term Disability
• 401K with company match, and 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, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, protected veteran status or citizenship status. If you would like more information on your EEO rights under the law, click here.