Equipment Operator I - 4177

General Summary

Operates a Haul truck (typically 35-tons and up) to transport raw material from Pit/Quarry to receiving point of operation.  Additionally, operates related equipment such as a water wagon, backhoe and Front-end loader as needed.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities (Essential Functions)

• Pre-Inspection and operation of Haul Truck and other equipment
• Operates a Haul Truck to transport raw material from pit to crusher
• Operates other equipment such as a water wagon, backhoe, haul unit and front-end loader as needed
• Prepares a daily equipment safety report
• Assists with unplugging the crusher as needed
• Responsible for plant operation assignments
• Responsible for plant housekeeping assignments
• Assisting in plant and equipment servicing and maintenance repairs
• Adjusts conveyor belts for the continuous operation of conveyors
• Washes equipment and services machinery and/or equipment such as Haul truck ,Front-end loader and backhoe
• Inspect, ascent, start and safely operate and control assigned off-road mining equipment in a hazardous mining environment
• Performs others duties as required
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NOTE:  This list presents only the principal duties of the position and is not intended to be comprehensive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as dictated by the business needs and conditions.  As an essential function of the job, good attendance is required.

Educational Skills and Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• 1 years of heavy equipment experience required
• Knowledge of quarry or related construction operations desired
• Ability to communicate effectively using appropriate interpersonal skills
• Must possess ability to read, understand and obey safety rules and regulations, equipment operating instructions and danger notices
• Must possess good analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to supervise own work and be self-motivated.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to perform job task assignments 8 to 14 hours per day, 6 days a week and occasional weekends
• Ability to mount and dismount mobile equipment via ladders, stairs, and grab irons
• Ability to operate heavy mining equipment and aggregate production equipment on rough terrain while seated for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to manipulate equipment controls including steering wheels, joysticks, levers, and switches
• Ability to work safely in and around other mobile equipment in often congested areas in a fast paced environment
• Orientated to hear with ability to discriminate between sound and maintain awareness of surroundings
• Ability to use/wear personal protective equipment, respirators, hearing protection, gloves, protective eyewear, hardhats, protective clothing and industrial footwear
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. ground to should height and up to 75lbs. occasionally
• Ability to have full range of motion for all extremities/spine
• Frequent and prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, twisting, reaching and grasping for periods extending to 14 hours
• Ability to walk and perform tasks on rough, uneven surfaces and terrain
• Ability to work on stairs, ladders, raised platforms and flat surfaces at varying heights

Capitol Aggregates a division of Zachry stands on a rich tradition of creativity, stability, innovation, and experience in the construction and building materials industry. Fully understanding that Capitol's employees are the heart of our success, we foster a dynamic work environment by providing development opportunities such as training, education, and career advancement. We believe people are our greatest asset and offer a variety of training and development opportunities to promote excellence and facilitate career advancement.  We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make:

Every Person Matters

Together We Can Do Great Things

This is More Than a Job

Capitol Aggregates offers an industry leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• 401K, Paid Leave and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And many more

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Notice to Staffing Agencies
Capitol Aggregates Inc. (Capitol) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Capitol, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Capitol mailing address or email address, directly to Capitol employees, or to Capitol’s resume database will be considered Capitol property. Capitol will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Capitol will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Capitol’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Capitol will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Capitol’s Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Capitol employee is authorized to bind Capitol to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.