LOADER OPERATOR

Armadillo Materials

  • Eagle Pass, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
  • Apply easily
The Loader Operator safely operates a large front-end loader (WA500) to load customer trucks in a fast-paced environment. They will also be responsible for managing sand/rock stockpiles and other tasks assigned by supervisors.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Operate equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with training and manufacturer's instruction
  • Perform pre-shift safety inspection on the vehicle systems, equipment and accessories
  • Ability to track customer trucks, and to complete records and reports accurately
  • Perform preventative maintenance on construction equipment
  • Report needed repairs to Supervisor
  • Ensure material is properly loaded according to safety requirements
  • Responsible for good housekeeping of equipment
  • Assist in plant maintenance and repairs
  • Assist with operation of other equipment as needed
  • Adhere to MSHA and plant safety rules, policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Perform duties with minimum supervision
  • Participates in job and safety training as scheduled by the company.
  • Assist the Plant Operator in monitoring plant operations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience required
  • Working knowledge of heavy construction equipment
  • 3 years of previous loader operator experience required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, possible weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed
  • Must be able to read equipment operating manual
  • Must be able to communicate over CB radio or with hand signals and warning sounds, with coworkers regarding movement of vehicles and mobile equipment
  • Must wear all required safety equipment/PPE
  • Must be able to perform duties in a safe manner
  • Must be able to read and interpret gauges
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
  • Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crouch, kneel in limited space in cab of vehicle
  • Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10+ hours per day
  • Capable of lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
  • Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions
  • Must be able to work at various heights
  • Must be able to work in areas where noise levels are up to 85 lbs.

Armadillo Materials