Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Responsible for operating heavy equipment to load the processing system on site. Assist in the cleaning and maintenance of the system equipment as well as other duties assigned by the Operations Supervisor.

• Quickly become knowledgeable of the ERS systems and processes.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the operation of a wheel loader and excavator to feed the system, load trailers, and stack material. Equipment sizes include wheel loaders sized at 46,000 pounds/275 HP and excavators sized at 78,000 pounds/270 HP.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the operation of various mobile equipment, including fork truck, skid steer-type loader, person-lift, and pickup truck.
• Troubleshoot and report all operational and mechanical deficiencies to the Supervisor. Demonstrate mechanical abilities to conduct daily preventative maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Ensure all equipment and grounds are kept clean and free of built-up ash and debris
• Follow standard safety and environmental procedures, correct safety and environmental hazards, and report them to the Supervisor immediately.
• Read, understand and apply information, such as lockout/tagout procedures, safety and environmental rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Prepare and maintain daily and weekly logs, checklists and schedules as required.
• Be available to support the operation by working a rotating shift and overtime as required.
• Perform other duties as requested and/or assigned.

Education and Experience

• Experience working with aggregate in a production environment
• Driver’s license required; hoisting license strongly preferred
• Heavy equipment operation experience, particularly excavator
• Mechanical and maintenance skills

Special Skills and Abilities

• Strong work ethic and sound judgment
• Ability to work effectively in adverse environmental conditions, including wet or humid conditions, airborne particles, potential exposure to dust, and chemicals, varied temperatures and outdoor weather conditions, and noise in the work environment
• Team player spirit
• Respect for Safety, Health & Environment in the workplace

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