United Rock Products / Equipment Operator (Excavator) - Irwindale, Ca
Date: Nov 24, 2021
Country: Irwindale, California, US, 91706
Company: Colas
*UNION POSITION*
United Rock Products is a part of Sully-Miller Contracting Co., a company with nearly 100 years in the construction industry. Sully-Miller is a subsidiary of the Colas Group, a worldwide leader in the infrastructure construction and maintenance. If you're motivated, dedicated, and looking for a challenging career in the construction industry, it's time to join the United Rock Products team. Great employees made us the industry leader. We strive above all to offer a work environment that interests, challenges, and motivates. This includes opportunities to grow, competitive salaries and benefits, and a workplace culture that values the contributions of each individual. These human resource practices explain why many employees have been with United Rock Products for decades.
SKILLS
3-5 years mobile equipment operational experience on excavator-size 374 caterpiller
Must be able to operate machine with little or no supervision
Must understand all of your controls and have experience with various types of equipment accessories/blades/attachments
Must be able to read grade stakes and carry a grade
Use bucket scales to optimize truck loading
Preferred knowledge of GPS
Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to drive company vehicle
Understands MSHA and OSHA regulations
Must have a strong, team oriented work ethic with strong focus on safety and environmental compliance
Ability to understand and follow Company Handbook and Safety Policies
Ability to work well with others
Must have a strong mechanical aptitude
Must be able to follow oral and written plans and directions
For Excavators- be able to set and load trucks efficiently to optimize production and be able of utilizing rock breaker and/or processor attachments
For Dozers- Must be able to carry a flat grade and adapt to fluctuating terrain including steep slopes. Be able to finish slopes with a slope board.
For RTD- Must be able to carry, cut and fill grade as needed and re-grade stakes. Must be able to coordinate and import trucks for proper placement on fill.
For Loaders- Must be able to minimize overloading of customer’s trucks and remaining complaint with DOT weight restrictions
MAIN RESPONSIBILITES
Inspect equipment prior to shift for safety, environmental and maintenance defects
Complete Daily pre/ post equipment inspections - report as needed
Maintain adequate cleanliness of equipment
Report any defects to shop, foreman and management
Inspect wear items on equipment & report as needed to shop, foreman, and management
Ensure areas under your scope of responsibility remain in environmental compliance and complete any needed environmental reports
Load hoppers and trucks with limited spillage
Monitor ground conditions in area you are operating
Perform housekeeping (clean, shovel, remove trash and debris) to ensure a safe, clean and complaint operation
Ensure fill is placed in accordance with Fill Operating Plan (FOP) and regulatory guidelines
Ensure site remains compliant with all MSHA, OSHA and EPA standards
Other duties as outlined by Aggregate Manager/Reclamation Superintendent
Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries (United Rock Products) are Equal Opportunity Employers. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here EEO document. If you need an accommodation to access the information provided on this website, please contact Colas Inc. 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com.
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