Production Equipment Operator

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support.

Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing. Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver.

Dolese Delivers:

• Stable Foundation
• Treat with Respect
• Safe Environments
• Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY     

Grow your career with a company built on Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, and Stewardship. As a Production Operator at Dolese, you will perform basic material movement and production support activities to contribute to safe and efficient plant and quarry operations. This entry-level role focuses on moving material to the appropriate location based on production needs while developing foundational equipment operation skills and a basic understanding of plant processes under direct supervision. This position will work 5:30am-5:30pm (Monday-Friday); some weekends required. 

WHY JOIN US    

We are people, building communities from the ground up. For our employees, we are focused on building careers. Joining our team means:

• Stability & Legacy: Be part of a company with more than a century of success, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to our employees.
• Growth Opportunities: Develop foundational skills through hands-on equipment operation and exposure to plant processes that support consistent production flow.
• Impactful Work: Your efforts will directly support consistent material flow and safe operations, helping maintain reliable production performance and contributing to the communities we serve.
• Supportive Culture: Our employees support one another and our customers through our service values: Champion Kindness, Incite Enthusiasm, Build Relationships, and Provide Innovative Solutions. We value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform basic material movement activities by loading, hauling, stockpiling, and stripping material based on daily production needs and site conditions.
• Learn and operate assigned mobile equipment under direct supervision in a safe and controlled manner.
• Feed processing equipment with desired specification materials to support plant operations.
• Maintain plant feed and stockpile levels by placing and replenishing material as directed.
• Operate a variety of equipment, including loaders, haul trucks, excavators, water trucks, skid steers, and loader feed bins, to support production, material movement, and site operations.
• Perform daily pre‐ and post-operational equipment inspections by following established procedures and accurately documenting equipment condition in compliance with company policies.
• Maintain safe and organized work areas by performing cleanup activities and supporting general site conditions.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and MSHA regulations by consistently applying safe work practices and identifying potential hazards.
• Observe work area conditions and communicate material flow, equipment, or safety concerns to supervisor.
• Regular, reliable attendance at the assigned worksite.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in quarry, plant, or heavy equipment operations preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under direct supervision.
• Demonstrate basic mechanical aptitude and develop basic equipment proficiency on assigned mobile equipment through training and on-the-job experience.
• Develop a basic understanding of plant operations and the importance of consistent material flow.
• Develop a basic understanding of traffic safety principles and haul road procedures.
• Ability to complete required documentation, both in written form and within digital systems, with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in a fast-paced environment with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing work demands.
• Demonstrate reliability in attendance, work performance, and workplace behavior.
• Willingness and ability to perform physically demanding labor.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, overtime, and weekends as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 75 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at elevated heights.
• Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects.
• Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing, walking, and sitting.
• Ability to frequently walk on uneven surfaces.
• Ability to use vibration producing tools frequently.
• Ability to work near, around, or on light or heavy equipment.
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions.

EEO Statement:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.