Construction Underground Utilities Loader Operator

Loader Operator

The Loading Machine Operator will maintain and operate loading equipment. A Wheel Loader Operator is responsible for operating a wheel loader to transport materials around a worksite, such as earth, sand, gravel, and debris, as well as loading and unloading trucks and other vehicles.

Duties/Responsibilities:

· Operates loading equipment and heavy machinery including wheeled loader, skid-steer, bulldozer, scraper loaders, power shovels, stripping shovels, and backhoes (second compactor).

· Effectively completes tasks such as backfilling excavations and breaking concrete or rock using appropriate equipment.

· Operate a wheel loader to load and unload materials in a safe and efficient manner.

· Operate a wheel loader to spread and level materials such as gravel, sand, asphalt.

· Assist with the loading, unloading, and movement of materials around the job site.

· Conducts routine inspections before operating equipment to identify needed maintenance or repairs.

· Performs or requests necessary repairs and adjustments to equipment.

· Follow instructions from supervisor regarding material loading and transportation.

· Transports materials around job sites.

· Consults digging plans, machine specifications, and safety procedures for specific tasks.

· Ensures work is completed to specification by observing grade stakes, material levels, hand signals, and other markers.

· Ensure the wheel loader is kept clean and in good working condition.

· Assists ground crew when there is no equipment to operate.

· Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

· Ability to operate heavy machinery.

· Ability to work well as part of a team and have good decision-making skills.

· Ability to have good time management to complete projects in an efficient manner.

· Knowledge of excavation, compaction, loading and unloading procedures and techniques.

· Ability to follow instructions and read excavation plans.

· Excellent mechanical and problem-solving skills.

· Knowledge of traffic regulations and laws pertaining to large vehicles.

· Valid Driver’s License.

· Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.

Safety:

· Promote, execute, and adhere to SSP safety program.

· Wear proper PPE.

· OSHA 10-Hour safety

· Attend regular safety meetings.

Education and Experience:

· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· One to two years of related experience desired.

Physical Requirements:

· Able to complete physically demanding work.

· Able to lift and carry heavy objects.

· Good hand-eye-foot coordination and sense of balance.

· Able to kneel, crouch, or crawl in awkward spaces to repair equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

• Killeen, TX 76541 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Killeen, TX 76541: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $26