PURPOSE
The Loader Operator operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to operate loader. Moves levers to lower and tilt bucket and drives front-end loader forward to force bucket into bulk material. Moves levers to raise and tilt
- bucket when filled, drives vehicle to work site, and moves levers to dump material.
- Perform assignments outlined by supervisors and standard procedures are followed in the performance of duties. Work is inspected periodically for safety and economy in operation. Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning.
- Maintain an effective system of communications with supervisors and customers serviced.
- Perform Pre-Shift Inspections: Inspect batch plant to ensure a smooth start up for the day
- On a daily basis inspect gates to assure proper functionality, all drive belts and conveyor belts, all trough and return rollers.
- Responsible for batch plant clean up and Properly store and secure all tools and equipment after use.
- Daily inspection of all of the Water/Boiler System and air systems. Follow proper start up and shutdown procedures.
- On a weekly basis maintain cleanliness of site by vacuuming batch plant office floor, emptying all trash cans in office, and cleaning bathrooms in plant office.
- Ensures on a weekly basis that all areas of the plant are greased and equipped to accept grease.
- Inspect all bearings on the batch plant.
- On a monthly basis, Inspect Dust Collector to ensure it is in proper operating condition.
- On a quarterly basis check oil in all gear boxes and check all drive belts associated with the gear box.
- Partake in annual oil change and update all drive belts associated with the gear box.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- 12 months of Loader Operator experience with 980M/982M loaders
- Prior work experience preferred working in or around heavy equipment, construction, or paving.
- Basic mechanical maintenance knowledge and skills.
- Proven safety record.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- High school \ GED
- Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
Additional Requirements:
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary
- Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Dress for your day
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