Equipment Operator -Aggregate Experienced

Essential Functions:

* Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to ensure safe, efficient and productive movement of aggregate material.
* Perform field engineering, welding, fabrication, major repairs and service of all plant equipment in conjunction with the plant operator to maintain high safety and production standards of aggregate production facility.
* Must follow proper GOH/MSHA safety practices and procedures.
* Conduct pre and post shift plant and equipment inspections.
* Perform as a team member.
* Utilize small hand and power tools, torches and welding equipment.
* Perform fabrication and field engineering requirements.
* Rebuild various crushers and screens including bearings, brass and wear parts.
* Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
* May be required to travel to other job locations.
* 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.
.* Assist with maintenance and housekeeping in and around plant area which consists of shoveling, hosing, general cleanup and operation of light equipment.
* Assist Plant Operator to maintain high safety and production standards and with daily preventative plant maintenance including plant greasing, screen changes, belt splicing, replacing drive belts,

Knowledge of:

* Safe operation of mobile equipment such as braking systems and emergency steering.
* Moving plant machinery parts and the dangers they pose. Individual must possess skills in fabrication and plant maintenance.
* Extensive knowledge of MSHA regulations.

 

Ability to:

* Demonstrate safe working practices.
* Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
* Operate light equipment such as skid steers and water trucks.
* Skillfully use cutting torches and welding equipment.
* Demonstrate effective problem solving abilities and field engineering.
* Demonstrate self-motivation and work without direct supervision. * Operate light equipment such as skid steers and water trucks.
* Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
* Identify potential problems and hazards and assist in repairs.
* Communicate effectively.

 

Qualifications:

* Any combination of education and experience that would provide the knowledge to perform the essential functions.

 

Education:

* Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent required.
* Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation preferred.

Experience:

Applicants may be considered for equipment operator 1,2,3,or 4 depending on relevant experience.

 

Physical Requirements:

* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
* Constant (67-100%)- Ability to enter and exit equipment safely.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to work in field environments with exposure to dust, inclement weather conditions, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, and a variety of petroleum products.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to shovel.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to walk and work on uneven terrain.
* Occasionally (0-33%)- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

 

 

This is a safety-sensitive position.