Haul Truck Operator

EXPECTED RESULTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

• Operate heavy equipment such as loader and excavator to dig pits
• Load aggregate material onto haul trucks
• Manage fuel and oil inventory for equipment, maintain tanks daily
• Perform routine inspections on equipment, complete minor equipment maintenance, submit work orders as needed
• Utilize various hand tools as needed to complete daily job requirements
• Help maintain a hazard free work environment by assisting in housekeeping and maintenance duties
• Work with team members to complete operational priorities of the day, cross train in other job positions as needed
• Keep current on safety inspections such as MSHA regulations and BURNCO safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

The primary areas of responsibility include:

• Plant Safety
• Operating Equipment
• Equipment Maintenance

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Broad knowledge of operating heavy equipment
• Ability to use power tools, welders, cutting torches/chains and various safety devices
• Self motivated and able to work effectively in small teams
• Basic mechanical aptitude and math skills
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts and weekends

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Experience working in aggregate industry a plus
• Experience operating heavy equipment in a plant environment preferred
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred

 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

• Less than 15% - as needed 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly outside and exposed to various weather conditions including hot/cold temperatures and rain/snow conditions.
• Employee constantly sits, utilizes manual dexterity, uses fine motor skills, gross motor skills, eye/hand coordination, near/far vision and requires active hearing/listening.
• Employee occasionally stands, walks, climbs, crawls, kneels, bends, reaches, lifts to 50 lbs, carries up to 50 lbs, pushes and pulls.
• Employee is regularly exposed to loud noises, heavy machinery, moving equipment, oil, debris, solvents, smokes, gasses, fumes and aggregate materials.
• Required PPE includes safety shoes above ankles, safety vests, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hats. Additional PPE requirements needed for special jobs such as welding, repairing, etc.