Job description

Job Summary:
Operate heavy, material-moving construction equipment to push up aggregate stockpiles, stock bins, and feed the plant cold feeds. Perform other manual labor as assigned. This hourly, non-exempt position will work with direct and indirect supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Safely and proficiently operate plant loader.
• Ensure bins are kept well-stocked and correctly prioritized.
• Perform preventative maintenance on loader (check for leaks, fuel, lubricate, etc.).
• Perform daily plant inspections and maintenance of asphalt plant.
• Identify mechanical malfunctions, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• Provide assistance and support for the maintenance of the asphalt plant.
• Perform other manual labor as assigned.
• Exercise proper care and maintenance of company equipment.
• Frequently work more than 40 hours per week and non-traditional hours including night shift, Saturdays and occasionally Sundays.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Knowledge of:

• Heavy construction equipment operation.
• Asphalt plant (batch and drum operations) safety, operations and equipment.

Ability to:

• Learn and follow GOH company policies and procedures.
• Recognize operation conditions such as segregated stock piles, moisture problems, contamination, etc.

Qualifications:

• Must be able to operate welder and cutting torch.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certificate or degree in heavy equipment operation or related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience operating heavy equipment preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to physically climb in and out of equipment safely and operate levers or pedals to make fine, highly controlled muscular movements to adjust the position of control mechanisms.
• Ability to physically climb to top of silos and perform work.
• Ability to work in a plant environment with exposure to dust, fumes, noise, extreme temperatures and confined spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Ability to shovel.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

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