Equipment Operator/Laborer

• Operate, service, and maintain heavy equipment including front-end loaders, off road dump trucks, skid steer, man-lift, fuel truck and water truck in order to keep plant clean and in production

• Responsible for fueling, oiling, greasing equipment as well as understanding the equipment's safety manual
• Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment
• Perform assigned plant rounds; inspect, monitor, troubleshoot, performance test and document plant processes.
• Operate and adjust treatment plant pumps, motors, feeders and other equipment to maintain appropriate plant operations.
• Maintain plant maintenance including but not limited to daily shoveling, sweeping, general plant housekeeping, and any necessary repairs or services to mobile and stationary equipment
• Use gas or electrical welding equipment to weld, braze, and or cut

• Perform needed hot work, including welding and cutting

• Determine proper rod selection for welding either ferrous or non-ferrous material
• Must have the ability to fabricate components from instructions on blueprints
• Have the ability to troubleshoot and/or repair bearings, speed reducers, shafts, pulleys, couplings, sheaves, and belts
• Have the ability to troubleshoot and/or repair crushing, screening, and conveying equipment
• Maintain plant maintenance including but not limited to daily shoveling, sweeping, general plant housekeeping, and any necessary repairs or services to mobile and stationary equipment.

• Report orally and in writing to as required and maintain accurate records (i.e. activity reports, inventory reports, maintenance logs, etc.) as directed.
• Participate in general training, job specific training and hazardous materials training as required; successfully complete written examinations as required.
• Understand and follow all policies, procedures and safety rules as applicable to facility, job function and equipment.

• Ensure the proper safety incident procedures and reporting processes are followed, bringing safety concerns to the attention of the Plant Manager
• Communicate with management and staff on conditions of stationary and mobile equipment, as well as any possible improvements or ideas
• Operate plant when necessary

• Ability to service all stationary equipment units with the help of service and OEM manuals
• Must have the skills and safety mindset to work in close proximity with Crane and Boom trucks
• MSHA certified, part 46 preferred

• Experience in mining industry with some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies used in mining is preferred

• Ability to be trained to complete tasks in a safe and effective manner
• Use gas or electrical welding equipment to weld, braze, and or cut
• Determine proper rod selection for welding either ferrous or non-ferrous material
• Must have the ability to fabricate components from instructions on blueprints
• Have the ability to repair bearings, speed reducers, shafts, pulleys, couplings, sheaves, and belts
• Have the ability to repair crushing, screening, and conveying equipment

• Must maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance
• Follow written and verbal directions to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• Read, write, and communicate in English & understand basic math.
• Complete all applicable documentation, recordkeeping and daily inventory.
• Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other pass on information from team members, management or customer.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction and follow work rules, as well as, take on additional job responsibilities as needed or assigned.
• Flexibility required; ability to work days, nights, weekends.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel and work at other US Aggregates locations as needed.
• Perform all work in compliance with Company standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Self-motivation and team orientation
• Problem solving skills
• Computer skills, including experience in Excel and other Microsoft Office software.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Must have the ability to continuously stand or walk on level or uneven ground.
• Must have the ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairways and incline catwalks.
• Must have the ability to bend, crouch and/or kneel at waist or knees.
• Must have the ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50lbs.
• Ability to work outside majority of the time and withstand extreme weather conditions. Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather.

The Heritage Group