Dredge Operator - Waterloo, NE
CRH
- Waterloo, NE
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Operate dredge to excavate sand and gravel from lake bottom.
- Conduct a complete pre- and post-shift safety inspection, ensuring all systems are functioning properly.
- Monitor density and flow meters to maintain maximum feed rate to the processing plant.
- Constant monitoring of controls, gauges, and depth meters to ensure optimal dredge operation.
- Visually monitor production area for changes in material quality.
- Maintain dredge availability to meet or exceed planned efficiency goals.
- Perform high levels of maintenance and servicing on dredge with little assistance.
- Raises and lowers the suction ladder of the dredge with electric or hydraulic hoist.
- Changes the location of the dredge in the lake with hydraulic or mechanical cable winches.
- Operates a work boat to and from the dredge.
- Communicate with plant operators when changes in feed rate or product quality occur.
- Communicate with plant management on all safety and maintenance needs
- Other duties as assigned.
- High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- 2 years of related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be 18 years in age or older.
- Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
- Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays when necessary.
- Willingness to work independently within a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions and complete necessary paperwork.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to operate power and hand tools and motorized equipment and vehicles.
- Ability to detect minor mechanical defects and perform minor repairs.
- Ability to operate a computer and software applications.
- Ability to be self-sufficient and perform tasks and duties without immediate supervision.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and managers.
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion