Job Description

EXPECTED RESULTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

• Operate heavy equipment such as loader and excavator to dig pits


• Load aggregate material onto haul trucks


• Manage fuel and oil inventory for equipment, maintain tanks daily


• Perform routine inspections on equipment, complete minor equipment maintenance, submit work orders as needed


• Utilize various hand tools as needed to complete daily job requirements


• Help maintain a hazard free work environment by assisting in housekeeping and maintenance duties


• Work with team members to complete operational priorities of the day, cross train in other job positions as needed


• Keep current on safety inspections such as MSHA regulations and BURNCO safety policies


• Other duties as assigned

Pay Rate: $24.50/hr and up

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The primary areas of responsibility include:

• Plant Safety


• Operating Equipment


• Equipment Maintenance

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Broad knowledge of operating heavy equipment


• Ability to use power tools, welders, cutting torches/chains and various safety devices


• Self motivated and able to work effectively in small teams


• Basic mechanical aptitude and math skills


• Ability to work 12 hour shifts and weekends

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in aggregate industry a plus


• Experience operating heavy equipment in a plant environment preferred


• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

• Less than 15% - as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly outside and exposed to various weather conditions including hot/cold temperatures and rain/snow conditions.


• Employee constantly sits, utilizes manual dexterity, uses fine motor skills, gross motor skills, eye/hand coordination, near/far vision and requires active hearing/listening.


• Employee occasionally stands, walks, climbs, crawls, kneels, bends, reaches, lifts to 50 lbs, carries up to 50 lbs, pushes and pulls.


• Employee is regularly exposed to loud noises, heavy machinery, moving equipment, oil, debris, solvents, smokes, gasses, fumes and aggregate materials.


• Required PPE includes safety shoes above ankles, safety vests, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hats. Additional PPE requirements needed for special jobs such as welding, repairing, etc.

Posted: 9/9/25

Equal Opportunity Employer


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