Plant Utility / Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

Martin Marietta is currently looking for a prompt, hard working individual to join our rock solid team at our Putnam Quarry location. This position is responsible for operating a variety of equipment and help with plant maintenance, production and equipment operation.

Essential Functions

• Assist in plant operations including production, quality control, loading and shipping
• Assist with preventative and routine maintenance on mobile and plant equipment
• Must be willing to cross train in all plant areas
• Learn to operate plant-specific mobile equipment
• Perform daily pre/post-shift inspections on equipment and maintain maintenance log
• Maintain good housekeeping in areas of responsibility
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Safety Acumen
• Ethical Conduct
• Teamwork
• High Sense of Urgency
• Drive for Results
• Relationship Building
  
  

Work Environment

This job operates 100% of the time at a surface mine setting. This role frequently operates heavy equipment.

Larger equipment is typically air conditioned. There will be times when outside assignments that may require periods of work in all weather conditions-heat, cold, wet or dry. May have exposure to dust, diesel exhaust, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Must have good hand/eye coordination and be able to operate hand/foot controls
• Possess good vision to perceive depth at close range and distances up to 150 feet
• Must be able to climb on and off equipment to operate and service
• Must be able to bend, stoop, climb and reach around mobile equipment
• Capable of lifting up to 50 lb
• Must be able to sit and operate equipment for long periods up to 10 hours per day
• Must work outside in all weather conditions consistent with extreme ambient temperatures: heat, cold, wetness, dryness, dust, and noisy conditions
• Must be able to work at various heights
  
  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position that regularly requires long hours and weekend work.

Minimum Education And Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Experience is a plus but will train the right candidate
  
  

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Heavy Equipment Operations
• Welding/Maintenance experience
  
  

A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials – including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.

At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest – those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.

In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical
• Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• 401(k) with Company matching
• Pension
• Salary Continuation – Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Options
• Employee Life Insurance
• Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Direct Deposit Payroll
• Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
• College Scholarship Program – for dependent children
• Matching Gift Program
• New Auto Purchase Discount Plans
  
  

At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.