E Construction | Asphalt Plant Loader Operator

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the Loader and other heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment.
• Understand and follow directions from Supervisors as to required work area.
• Operate Loader controls to lower and tilt bucket and drive forward to force bucket into bulk material; move lever to raise and tilt bucket when filled, or to dump material.
• Ensure a sound understanding of the issues involving ground disturbance.
• Operate Loader on public or private roadways, maintaining proper awareness of ones surroundings.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure smooth operation of the Loader.
• Train new employees in the safe and efficient operation of the Loader.
• Operate other heavy equipment and other construction related duties as required.

Qualifictions

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 – 3 years of experience within an Asphalt Plant environment.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience operating a loader is required.
• Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Must comply with the Company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Availability to work out of town and in remote locations, as required.
• Ability to work overtime, as required.