Quarry Loader Operator

Scotty's Contracting and Stone•Madisonville, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Scotty's Contracting and Stone is accepting applications for a Quarry Loader Operator. The successful candidate for this role will have an uncompromising focus on safety excellence and seeking a long-term career opportunity! As a full-time employee of Scotty’s, you will be eligible for many of our competitive company benefits, including paid holidays & vacation, medical, dental, and vision Insurance, company paid life insurance and long-term disability, and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) retirement plan (employer paid retirement). Scotty's Contracting and Stone, LLC is a subsidiary of Houchens Industries and participates in an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). The Employee Stock Ownership Plan provides employees with retirement through profit sharing.

Requirements

Proven commitment to workplace safety and safety compliance
Experience operating quarry equipment, including loaders, haul trucks, crushers, and conveyors
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot minor equipment issues
Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends, and overtime as needed
Must pass a drug screening and comply with a substance-free workplace policy
Heights: Ability to climb and work safely at heights exceeding 10 feet.
Climbing: Must be physically capable of safely climbing in and out of equipment that is greater than 10 feet off the ground on uneven terrain multiple times daily.
Balance: Must maintain stability while standing and walking on potentially slick or uneven surfaces, sometimes while carrying equipment or materials.
Vision: 20/40 corrected vision to see moving safety hazards, moving equipment, vehicles, and obstructions.
Hearing: Corrected to hear verbal safety warnings and instructions.
Awkward positions: Ability to transition between sitting, standing, and kneeling on the ground as required.
Heavy lifting: Ability to lift and maneuver awkward parts and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
Conditions: Primarily outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Must be adaptable to changing environmental factors and the demands of an active quarry operation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a quarry or similar heavy equipment environment preferred

Responsibilities

Prioritize and maintain a strong safety culture at all times
Operate and monitor equipment including cone crushers, jaw crushers, screen plants, conveyors, and hoppers.
Load customer trucks with accuracy and efficiency while maintaining proper weight distribution
Safely and effectively operate loaders and haul trucks to move and manage aggregate materials
Build and maintain stockpiles in accordance with company procedures
Perform daily pre- and post-operation inspections; promptly report any mechanical issues
Conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment as needed
Adhere to MSHA regulations and company policies
Communicate clearly with fellow team members, dispatchers, and supervisors to ensure smooth workflow
Take initiative and work independently or as part of a team
Actively participate in fostering a quality control culture to meet and exceed the expected standards.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by management