Loader Operator

Loader Operator

Division/Department: Ready-Mix

Direct Supervisor: Operations Manager

Full or Part Time: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

Machado Construction Co. Inc., is a family owned and operated business located in Halethorpe, MD. We are seeking a Loader Operator to join our team. Must have at least 6 months of experience in operation and maintenance of a front-end loader.

Duties

• Various manual tasks, such as, but not limited to: Operates loader to transfer material from yard to storage bins.

Grease the loader daily.

• Signs and maintains raw material delivery tickets.
• Confirm receipt of materials before signing tickets.
• Performs daily preventative maintenance - tire pressure, oil, grease, diesel fuel, hoses for leaks and all moving parts for proper function.
• Records daily maintenance activities.
• Daily pre and post trip inspections are required on the plant and loader.
• Help maintain all of plant yard area for environmental compliance.
• Maintain the area around the concrete plant.
• Assist in the inventory process.
• Report any problems to maintenance personnel and manager.
• Performs preventative maintenance on conveyor belts, which charge plants, and maintains other plant equipment.
• Assists Laborer, Batch Plant Operator and Operations Manager with other duties as needed.
• Cleans area around aggregate charging hoppers, load point and assist in cleaning plant and yard.
• Prepare and maintain an area for waste concrete to produce good reusable base material.
• Demonstrates a good working knowledge of Company Rules and Regulations.
• Assist with training of co-workers as needed.
• Required to follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as required by Plant Manager.
• Able to cross train in areas not limited to but including batch operators, driving mixer & heavy equipment.
• Ability to perform any additional work needed.
• Available to work Saturdays as needed.

Requirements

• Must be physically capable of climbing on and under conveyor belts and work in high places. Will be required to stoop, bend, and lift heavy objects such as shovels full of concrete materials etc. on a respective basis.
• Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance.
• Flexible attitude engaged in team goals.
• Must be willing to cross train throughout plant operations.
• Six months of experience in operation and maintenance of a front-end loader.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, reach, squat, tolerate prolonged sitting/standing, balance, operate mobile equipment, push and pull objects.
• Lift objects of various dimensions and weights.
• Ability to operate hand controls with both hands.
• Ability to operate foot controls with both feet.
• Ability to tolerate working outdoors in all environmental temperatures and weather.
• Ability to work in cramped quarters.
• Ability to work in areas with the potential for high noise levels.
• Ability to tolerate working at heights up to 100 feet.
• Climb in and out of loader minimum 30 times per day, climb to 10 feet to clean loader, walk on uneven ground minimum 30 times per day up to 100 yards.
• Climb conveyor system 10 times per day, climb to 200” to clean and maintain.
• Read delivery tickets, maps, etc.
• Use needed solvents to scrub and wash loader daily, climb over and under loader to visually inspect same.
• Work in confined spaces under hood, and in framework to clean loader as needed.
• Use hand tools (wrenches, drill, etc.) to make minor repairs.
• Must be physically capable of climbing on and under conveyor belts and work in high places. Will be required to stoop, bend, and lift heavy objects such as shovels full of concrete materials etc., on a respective basis.
• Must be able to use hand tools and grease gun to perform all phases of loader maintenance.
• Flexible attitude engaged in team goals.

Salary

• $20.00 - $23.00 per hour based on experience.

Schedule:

• 35 - 50 hours per week
• Monday – Friday
• Overtime

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes base salary, performance bonuses, group medical, dental, a 401K Plan and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Halethorpe, MD 21227 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23