Yard Loader

Martin Marietta; Clarkdale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Marietta is seeking a Loader Operator to safely operate heavy front-end loaders in an aggregate yard. You will load products into customer trucks and railcars while preserving stockpile integrity and following a strict safety culture.

Responsibilities include controlling material flow, performing routine inspections, and maintaining cleanliness around loading areas. Overtime and weekend work may be required to support operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with front-end loaders or similar heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of load handling and safe stockpile management.
• Familiarity with MSHA regulations and safety protocols.
• Ability to manage traffic flow and communicate with drivers.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loaders safely to move materials.
• Control material flow to conveyors and stockpiles.
• Maintain stockpile separation and prevent contamination.
• Perform daily pre/post shift inspections and basic PMs.
• Coordinate with drivers and plant operators using signals/CB radio.
• Work overtime and weekends as needed.

Skills

Road safety awareness

Heavy equipment operation

MSHA compliance

Time management

Team communication

Education

HS diploma or GED

1 year loader experience preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Sales/Yard Loader is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a front-end loader (typically ranging from CAT 982 to CAT 988 sizes) within an aggregate sales yard or plant environment. The primary focus of this role is to load finished products into customer trucks and/or railcars while maintaining the integrity of product stockpiles. As a frontline representative of Martin Marietta, the Loader Operator ensures a "Safety First" culture by managing traffic flow, asserting leadership over visiting drivers, and performing essential preventative maintenance to keep equipment and yard operations running smoothly.

KEYDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safelyoperateheavy-duty front-end loaders to move raw materials from stockpiles to customer vehicles, ensuringaccurateweight distribution and material types.
• Regulate the flow of materials to and from conveyors, surge piles, chutes, and storage bins to maximize plant production.
• Maintain the quality and separation of various product stockpiles to prevent contamination and ensure environmental compliance.
• Mayassistin operating other mobile equipment as needed, including haul trucks, excavators, or skid steers- dependenton-siterequirements.
• Maintain safe working speeds and manage the flow of external truck drivers and equipment within the yard to prevent accidents.
• Strictly adhere to all MSHAcompliance/regulations and Martin Marietta’s internal 24/7 Safe culture policies.
• Conduct daily pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections of the equipment and the working area, ensuring the presence of adequate berms and clear roadways.
• Ensure safe operations around high-risk areas such as conveyors, crushers, and steep surge piles.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance (PMs), including checking tire pressure, oil levels, and diesel fuel, and greasing all moving parts daily.
• Use standard operating procedures toidentifyand reportequipmentmalfunctions, leaks, or mechanical issues to the maintenance team or supervisor.
• Keep the loading area, roadways, and plant floor clean by shoveling, sweeping, and removing debris to ensure a professional and safe environment.
• Maintain a professional and helpful attitude when interacting with external drivers and customers, adapting to various personalities and needs.
• Accurately complete daily pre-shift inspection reports, maintenance logs, and (if applicable) customer ticketing or weighing via the scale house.
• Communicate effectively via CB radio or hand signals with plant operators and co-workers to coordinate vehicle movements.
• Willing and able to use a shovel whenrequired.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High School diploma, GED, or relevant experience
• Work Experience
• No prior experience isrequired;6 months to 1 yearof experience in the operation and maintenance of a front-end loaderispreferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Road specifications and slopes
• Familiarity with heavy equipment components
• Mechanical aptitude
• Troubleshooting
• MSHAcompliance andregulations
• Time management

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. for plant maintenance and equipment servicing.
• Required to bend, stoop, climb, and reach. You must be able tomaintainthree points of contact when climbing on/off machinery or on ladders.
• Strong hand-eye-foot coordination is essential for operating hand/foot controls. You must have good depthperceptionwith or without seeing aid for distances up to 150 feet.

Working Conditions

All duties require outside assignmentsand requireperiods of work in all weather conditions, cold, wet,dryand dusty. Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85dbs.

Disclaimers

In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments asrequired, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.