Wash Plant Front End Loader Operator

Sandy Oak Materials; Von Ormy (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandy Oak Materials is hiring a Front End Loader Operator for their night shift at the wash plant in Poteet, TX. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of mobile equipment experience and be capable of working physically demanding tasks. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment, assisting in maintenance, and potentially performing general labor. The position requires a team-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, and a willingness to work extended hours as needed. Applicants must pass required safety tests.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years mobile equipment experience.
• Capable of climbing stairs and access ladders several times per day.
• Capable of lifting 75lbs.
• Able and willing to work extended work schedules, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader and other mobile equipment.
• Assist maintenance department with wash plant and mobile equipment.
• Follow wash plant startup/shutdown procedures.
• Perform general labor as needed.

Skills

Mobile equipment experience

Basic mechanical skills

Team-oriented

Effective communication

Job description

Sandy Oak Materials is seeking an experienced Front End Loader Operator (Night Shift) for our wash plant in Poteet, TX.

Position Summary

Sandy Oak Materials is a new Frac Sand producer seeking an experienced Front End Loader Operator. The Front End Loader Operator is responsible for operations of the front-end loader equipment. Employees are expected to operate all equipment in a safe manner. As a result, basic mechanical skills are required for maintenance of equipment and assistance to overall plant maintenance. This is a 12 hr NIGHT shift, Monday thru Friday. Schedule may change with business needs.

Position Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loader, excavator, dozer, haul truck, skid loader and screener
• Operation and knowledge of wash plant startup/shutdown procedures
• Assist maintenance department in maintaining the wash plant and mobile equipment
• General labor, as needed

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years mobile equipment experience
• Capable of climbing stairs and access ladders several times per day
• Capable of lifting 75lbs
• Basic mechanical skills
• Able and willing to work extended work schedules, overtime, weekends and call‑ins, as necessary
• Ability to be cross‑trained to assume other responsibilities

Additional Requirements

• Must pass toxicity test
• Must pass fit-test to wear respiratory protection
• Team-oriented, effective communicator (verbal and written), able to offer technical expertise and guidance, and have the ability and willingness to build rapport with team members.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities appropriately
• Willingness to further training or education, if requested.

**The above list is not an all-inclusive list of duties and/or requirements. You will be expected to perform various tasks as required by the company. As business objectives change, so to may the required job responsibilities.