What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dredge Operator position at CRH?
Job ID: 508972
As a major supplier of aggregates in Nebraska since 1921, Central Sand and Gravel Company, A CRH Company, has a long history as a mainstay of construction and development projects throughout the state – even supplying aggregates for one of Nebraska’s very first concrete paving projects.
Position Overview
Responsible for operating the dredge efficiently and effectively to maximize production while at all times maintaining a safe work environment.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
- 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.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Employee may be assigned duties which are not listed, reasonable accommodations will be made as required.
Education/Experience
- 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.
Work Requirements
- 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.
Knowledge/Skill Requirements
- 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.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel or crouch, and talk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, typical seasonal cold and heat temperatures. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Central Sand and Gravel Company, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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