Heavy Equipment Operator (Quarry Pit Loader) Job at Ash Grove Cement Company in

Heavy Equipment Operator (Quarry Pit Loader) (Finance) Job ID: 517935 Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward‑thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built. Position: Heavy Equipment Operator (Quarry Pit Loader) Reports to: Process Supervisor Shift: Rotating Shift Pay: $24/hour+ Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Disability Pay Life Insurance Growth Opportunities and more! Summary Under the direction of the Crusher Supervisor, maintain all crusher/clay/raw storage equipment, buildings, and ground areas by completing assigned inspections, housekeeping and lubrication schedules for these areas. Responsibilities Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. Schedule/perform lubrication and housekeeping of equipment operated daily. Maintain all roads, berms, faces, floors and grounds for safe operations in the Quarry/Crusher/Clay Quarry areas. Assist in safety inspections and compliance with environmental regulations and hazard controls as required by company, MSHA, EPA and TCEQ. Perform daily pre‑shift and post‑shift safety and operational inspections on each piece of equipment operated; correct problems by best judgment or notify supervisor. Inspect belts and feeders in work area. Assist with crusher and plant repairs from time to time. Operate various sizes of front‑end loaders, dozers, trucks, backhoes, blades, skid loaders, forklifts, haul trucks, etc. (CAT 992, Komatsu WA‑900, and CAT D9T). Use knowledge of rock conveying and crushing equipment and associated hazards. Relieve quarry personnel as needed to maintain production demands. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent is required. Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience preferred. Valid Driver's License and ability to safely operate large vehicles. Ability to read, write and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. Willingness to learn; training will be provided. Self‑starter able to work with little or no supervision. Perform all duties in a safe manner. Perform minor maintenance. Reason operational issues as they arise and resolve them or communicate with others. Knowledge of equipment used in the manufacturing of cement preferred. Knowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibilities. Excellent work and safety record. Understanding of Lockout/Tagout procedures. Physical Demands The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all‑inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. What CRH Offers You Highly competitive base pay Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs Group retirement savings program Health and wellness programs An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization. Equal Opportunity Statement Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr