Operator-Loader

Glenn O. Hawbaker•Pleasant Gap, PA

23h

About The Position

Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to push up aggregate stockpiles, stock bins, and feed the plant cold feeds. Perform other manual labor as assigned. This hourly, non-exempt position will work with direct and indirect supervision. Essential Functions: Safely and proficiently operate plant loader. Ensure bins are kept well-stocked and correctly prioritized. Perform preventative maintenance on loader (check for leaks, fuel, lubricate, etc.). Perform daily plant inspections and maintenance of asphalt plant. Identify mechanical malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment. Provide assistance and support for the maintenance of the asphalt plant. Perform other manual labor as assigned. Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment. Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays. Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Heavy construction equipment operation.
Asphalt plant (batch and drum operations) safety, operations and equipment.
Ability to: Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
Recognize operation conditions such as segregated stock piles, moisture problems, contamination, etc.
Must be able to operate welder and cutting torch.
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.
MSHA ART/NM/ENM (if applicable)
CPR/First Aid (if applicable)
Skid Steer
JLG
Forklift
Tele Handler
8 Hour Arc Flash
Bearing, Gear Box, Welding, and Torch Training
Screen Bearings
Rigging/Hooking/Lifting
Production and Efficiency Mobile Equipment Training
Annual Asphalt Kickoff Safety Training
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to physically climb in and out of equipment safely and operate levers or pedals to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of control mechanisms.
Ability to physically climb to top of silos and perform work.
Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to shovel.
Ability to bend, sit, stoop, and stand for long periods of time in the outdoor weather.

Nice To Haves

Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely and proficiently operate plant loader.
Ensure bins are kept well-stocked and correctly prioritized.
Perform preventative maintenance on loader (check for leaks, fuel, lubricate, etc.).
Perform daily plant inspections and maintenance of asphalt plant.
Identify mechanical malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
Provide assistance and support for the maintenance of the asphalt plant.
Perform other manual labor as assigned.
Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.