Summary/Objective:
Safely and efficiently operate mobile equipment in the production of ready-mix concrete and concrete building materials. Inspect, service, and clean equipment.

Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Operate diesel gasoline, liquefied gas or electric-powered industrial truck equipped with a front-mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop and/or lifting devices such as forks, boom, scoop, lift beam, swivel hook, fork-grapple, clamps, elevating platform or trailer hitch.
Use equipment to push, pull, lift, stack, tier or transport bulk materials to and from storage or processing areas, feed conveyors, hoppers or chutes, and load trucks or railcars.
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
Ensures equipment is safely and mechanically sound and maintains cleanliness to Company standards.
Maintain compliance with all environmental, health, safety & training policies, procedures, and requirements.

Competencies:

Qualified to operate forklift and/or cuber.
In addition to the forklift and cuber, is qualified to operate the block machine and/or front-end loader.
Leadman: in addition to being qualified to operate all types of equipment, directs the work of other equipment operators.

Equipment Maintenance:

Perform pre-trip vehicle safety inspection and report vehicle condition at beginning and end of shift.
Check all vehicle fluid levels daily and add fluids if necessary.
Fuel vehicle as needed.
Clean outside of vehicle to ensure absence of concrete build-up throughout each shift.
May assist mechanics in vehicle repair.

Other:

Maintain daily reports as required by Company regulations.
Assist in maintenance and upkeep of yard, plant, and office.
Perform other duties as instructed by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:
Work is performance outside, with exposure to the various weather temperatures. This position requires knowledge and awareness of construction site hazards.

Physical Demands:

Protective gear will be required to protect against exposure to noise, dust, and hazardous materials.
Will be required to regularly lift components of up to 50lbs.
Overtime and weekend work required dependent on business need.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday. Occasional early morning, evening, and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Required Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
Three (3) to five (5) years experience in operating of various types of fixed and mobile equipment.
Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record required.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

Must have sufficient level of education to understand oral and written instructions of somewhat technical nature relating to products and vehicles.
Must have excellent defensive driving skills and the ability to maintain satisfactory customer and public relations in performance of duties.
Must have the ability to clean all areas of equipment.
Must be willing to work varying shifts and must be punctual in adhering to established start times.
Must have ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Position Expectations:

Ownership Mentality: Assumes responsibility and makes decisions within own level of authority.
Self-Motivated: Initiates and takes action before being required to do so; demonstrates ability to work under minimum supervision.
Strong Work Ethic: Uses time efficiently and ensures job duties, issues, and concerns are handled in a timely, appropriate manner.
Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards.
Communication Skills: Communicates clearly verbally and in writing; listens carefully in an open, candid, and consistent manner.
Team Player: Establishes trust with team members, clearly stating expectations and accountabilities of self and others; recognizes the importance of high group morale and acts to protect or build as necessary; collaborates with others to address issues as necessary.
Problem Prevention/Solving: Able to proactively identify and solve problems and enlist the help of others as needed.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Southern Concrete Materials, Inc

Loader Operator

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