Vulcan Materials Company is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader in Ohatche

Overview

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

Join a dynamic culture where career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. The Vulcan Way is doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

What You'll Do

• Champion Safety. Take an active role in prioritizing safety throughout the operation for yourself and others at all times in accordance with MSHA and Vulcan standards. Follow established traffic patterns, avoid hazardous conditions and immediately report unsafe ones.
• Operate Mobile Equipment Loaders. Operate mobile equipment loaders to load aggregates for processing, feed the plant, and safely load customers' trucks with desired specification product within legal load limits. Operate a loader to strip and prep the mining site and push material closer to the feeder for processing.
• Monitor Materials. Maintain an adequate feed of materials and maintain stockpiles. Visually inspect materials for compliance with specifications.
• Perform Inspections and Maintenance. Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and accurately complete daily mobile equipment reports. Observe the plant and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required. Clean yard and plant areas. Participate in maintenance, repair, and general plant housekeeping activities.
• Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings. Monitor the plant and operations and report any necessary maintenance or adjustments that may be required to ensure safety.

Qualifications

Skills You'll Need

• Experience. 2 years experience operating loaders and dozers in a plant environment preferred.
• Functional and Safety Knowledge. Solid knowledge and understanding of the equipment's capabilities and specifications of different finished materials. Recognize various products by sight and understand proper plant operation. Knowledge of OSHA and MSHA rules and regulations. Hazard recognition skills.
• Flexibility. Ability to work overtime and extended hours depending on customer and company demands. Capable of working outside in all weather conditions and tolerating loud noises.
• Ready to Drive. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Interpersonal Skills. Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. Respond to inquiries promptly and follow through to address issues.

What You'll Like About Us

• Great Company Culture. Competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
• Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. Commitment to a safe work environment for employees and customers.
• Meaningful Work. Work contributes to daily life; our aggregates are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing across the United States.
• Health Benefits. Medical, dental, vision programs, plus more.
• Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• Training and Development. Development programs to help employees reach their goals.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

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