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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining all mobile equipment in the facility. Ability to do manual labor for plant cleanup and utility tasks. Ability to assist the blasting crew in the quarry with handling explosives and back filling drilled holes for a shot, if needed. The quarry/blasting responsibilities include the need to pass an ATF background check.
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS:
Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safe operation of mobile equipment (wheel loader, haul trucks, water truck, skid steer, backhoe, drill)
- Primary Crusher Operation including rock breaker
- Perform pre-shift inspection on vehicle prior to operation & submit to plant operator
- Fuel equipment as needed and properly log all fuel required
- Report all items found during pre-shift inspection
- All other heavy equipment operation duties as assigned.
Plant Utility
- Plant clean up as required (sweeping, shoveling, manual labor as needed)
- Shipping/Loading as required
- Perform equipment inspections notifying production and maintenance of issues.
- All other plant utility responsibilities as assigned.
- Environmental, Health and Safety
- Follow all safety policies and procedures & attend scheduled safety meetings
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Promote safety among co-workers utilizing Behavioral Based Safety (BBS)
- Perform all work assigned in a neat and orderly manner adhering to company
- and governmental safety rules and regulations and procedures.
- All personnel will be responsible for the facilities’ Safe Food initiative, Safe Qualify Feed (SQF), based on FSMA and Current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Quality Control
- Follow directions and dump mined ore in designated location as directed
- Report any deviations from the norm that might impact product quality or processing efficiencies
- Weigh truck and properly log weight of material hauled as required
- Abide by SFSF guidelines and regulations
General Duties
- Must successfully complete ATF background check
- Competently operate all HME equipment (loaders, haul trucks, motor grader, dozer, crusher, water truck, etc.)
- Ability to perform Blaster assistant duties
- Basic knowledge of 12/24volt electrical circuits
- Perform proper preventative maintenance on equipment (grease, lube, check fluids, air pressure, etc.)
- Contribute to FSMA and SQF initiatives
- Actively participate in Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBS) and other Corporate Safety Initiatives
- Must not have any documented incidents or disciplinary actions for one year
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Build Your Career. Build America’s Future.
Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.
When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and
diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.
What You’ll Do:
Promote Safety. In accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards, take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times.
Operate Heavy Equipment. Operate off-highway equipment to transport raw materials and/or finished products throughout the facility in a safe and efficient manner.
Inspect Equipment. Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections. Complete daily mobile equipment reports and other relevant documentation with accuracy.
Maintain Equipment. Maintain equipment performance by checking vehicle fluid levels and adding correct fluids as necessary.
Assist in performing other minor maintenance.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings. Monitor the plant and operations and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments to ensure safety.
Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.
Skills You’ll Need:
Experience. Previous experience operating heavy construction equipment is preferred.
Knowledge of Best Practices. Knowledge of general principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment is preferred.
Flexibility. Must be willing to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Must be able to work outside in all types of weather conditions andtolerate being exposed to loud noises.
What You’ll Like About Us:
Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts daily lives – and every employee contributes.Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.
Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.
Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as key parts of our business.
