What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Holliday Rock?
A Heavy Equipment Operator operates machinery used in construction, mining, and other industrial applications to move materials, or perform various tasks. The operator controls large equipment like front end loaders and bulldozers in a safe and efficient manner adhering to MSHA/OSHA regulations and company rules and regulations.
Essential Functions of the Position
- Operate heavy machinery to move materials (dirt, gravel, sand, etc.) inside mine site.
- Manage machinery to clear land, load trucks and rock plants or perform other tasks as needed.
- Perform routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Monitor the condition of machinery and alert the maintenance team when needed.
- Follow safety best practice and protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Communicate with supervisors, site managers, and co-workers to coordinate efforts and meet project deadlines.
- Assist in preventative maintenance and the safe operation of the rock plants.
- Adhere to environmental and safety regulations.
Skills and Qualifications
- Ability to handle strenuous tasks and long hours in various weather conditions.
- Understand how equipment works and report any equipment abnormalities to the maintenance team.
- Clear communication with supervisors and co-workers.
- Precision in operating equipment safely and efficiently.
- Ability to troubleshoot issues with machinery or work tasks.
- Previous experience operating heavy machinery on construction sites or in related industries is required.
Physical Demands
- Lift objects of various dimensions and up to 100 lbs. of weight.
- Ability to perform sustained overhead reaching
- Ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels
- Ability to tolerate working at heights.
- Ability to work near, around, or on light or heavy equipment
- Ability to repeatedly climb stairs and climb ladders
- Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects
- Ability to use vibration tools frequently
- Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather conditions
- Ability to repeatedly reach, squat, and tolerate prolonged standing/walking/sitting
- Ability to repeatedly walk on uneven surfaces
EEO Statement
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, reproductive decision making, marital or protected veteran status. Holliday Rock provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact the Human Resources Director.
Benefits:
- Affordable PPO/HMO Health insurance plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
- Company paid Dental and Vision - employee only.
- 401k Retirement Plan - company match
- Paid Holidays, Paid Vacations
- Direct Deposit, Weekly payroll
- Paid Overtime, Referral Program